Serving 611 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 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
Student Attention
School Overview
St. James High School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. James High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. James High School is 0.42, 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
#558 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
73%
42%
White
22%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
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 #558 out of 1,237 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. James High School?
The graduation rate of St. James High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend St. James High School?
611 students attend St. James High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of St. James High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 4% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. James High School offer ?
St. James High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
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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