St. Amant High School is a high school located in unincorporated Ascension Parish, Louisiana, United States, in the Census-designated place of St. Amant. It is within the Ascension Parish School Board, currently one four high schools operated by the APSB.
Serving 1,847 students in grades 9-12, St. Amant High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Amant High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Saint Amant, LA, covering an area of approximately 146.6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the school's edge, while the furthest points are about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Amant High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Amant High School's student population of 1,847 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,847 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Success Through Actions...the STA Way!
School Rankings
St. Amant High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Amant High School is 0.47, 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
#89 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Alligator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Amant High School's ranking?
St. Amant High School is ranked #89 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Amant High School often compared to?
St. Amant High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchtown High School, East Ascension High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Amant High School?
The graduation rate of St. Amant High School is 93%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend St. Amant High School?
1,847 students attend St. Amant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of St. Amant High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Amant High School?
St. Amant High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Amant High School offer ?
St. Amant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Amant High School part of?
St. Amant High School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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