South Cameron High School is a public primary and secondary school in unincorporated Cameron Parish, Louisiana, United States. The school, a part of the Cameron Parish School Board, has grades Kindergarten through 12. South Cameron High School serves students from the Cameron, Creole, and Grand Chenier communities.
Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, South Cameron High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Cameron High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Cameron High School's student population of 156 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
SCHS is built upon a continuous pursuit of excellence by embodying perseverance through all circumstances.
School Rankings
South Cameron High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Cameron High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
1%
41%
White
92%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tarpon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Cameron High School's ranking?
South Cameron High School is ranked #598 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Cameron High School often compared to?
South Cameron High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hackberry High School, Johnson Bayou High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Cameron High School?
The graduation rate of South Cameron High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Cameron High School?
156 students attend South Cameron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Cameron High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Cameron High School?
South Cameron High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Cameron High School offer ?
South Cameron High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Cameron High School part of?
South Cameron High School is part of Cameron Parish School District.
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