South Plaquemines High School is a grade 7–12 junior and senior high school in Empire, a census-designated place in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana; the school has a Buras postal address. A part of Plaquemines Parish School Board, it serves Boothville, Buras, Empire, Port Sulphur, and Venice.
Serving 355 students in grades 7-12, South Plaquemines High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Plaquemines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Plaquemines High School's student population of 355 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
South Plaquemines 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 Plaquemines High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#581 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
45%
42%
White
28%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricanes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Plaquemines High School's ranking?
South Plaquemines High School is ranked #581 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Plaquemines High School often compared to?
South Plaquemines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Chasse High School, Phoenix High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Plaquemines High School?
The graduation rate of South Plaquemines High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Plaquemines High School?
355 students attend South Plaquemines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Plaquemines High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Plaquemines High School?
South Plaquemines High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Plaquemines High School offer ?
South Plaquemines High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Plaquemines High School part of?
South Plaquemines High School is part of Plaquemines Parish School District.
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