Serving 2,274 students in grades 9-12, St. Amant High School ranks in the top 5% 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 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Amant High School's student population of 2,274 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Amant High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Amant High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1237 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
18%
42%
White
72%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #59 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 83%.
How many students attend St. Amant High School?
2,274 students attend St. Amant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of St. Amant High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Amant High School?
St. Amant High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Amant High School offer ?
St. Amant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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