West Jefferson High School, also known as WJHS, and West Jeff is a public high school located in Harvey in unincorporated Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States, just outside New Orleans. It was founded in 1955. This is one of the schools in Jefferson Parish that offered the Laptop one to one initiative program.
Serving 1,438 students in grades 9-12, West Jefferson High School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 62% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Jefferson High School serves the northern part of Harvey, LA, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Jefferson High School's student population of 1,438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,438 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Motto
This is How We Roll…in THE VILLAGE
School Rankings
West Jefferson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Jefferson High School is 0.60, 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
#814 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
62%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Scarlet and Silver
School Mascot
Buccaneer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jefferson High School's ranking?
West Jefferson High School is ranked #814 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are West Jefferson High School often compared to?
West Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Ehret High School, Jcfa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of West Jefferson High School is 62%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend West Jefferson High School?
1,438 students attend West Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jefferson High School?
West Jefferson High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Jefferson High School offer ?
West Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Jefferson High School part of?
West Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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