St. James High School is a senior high school and middle school in Vacherie, Louisiana in St. James Parish. It is a part of the St. James Parish School Board and serves grades 7–12.
Serving 616 students in grades 7-12, St. James 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 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. James High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
St. James High School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
St. James 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 St. James High School is 0.39, 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
#402 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
75%
41%
White
22%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. James High School's ranking?
St. James High School is ranked #402 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. James High School often compared to?
St. James High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lutcher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. James High School?
The graduation rate of St. James High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend St. James High School?
616 students attend St. James High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of St. James High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. James High School?
St. James High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. James High School offer ?
St. James High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. James High School part of?
St. James High School is part of St. James Parish School District.
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