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 1,707 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 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Jefferson High School's student population of 1,707 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Grey, Scarlet, Silver
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 0.59, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
48%
11%
Black
42%
41%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
62%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 83%.
How many students attend West Jefferson High School?
1,707 students attend West Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 6% 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 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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