Serving 959 students in grades 9-12, Belle Chasse High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Chasse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Chasse High School's student population of 959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belle Chasse High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Chasse High School is 0.60, 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
#176 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
16%
41%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Chasse High School's ranking?
Belle Chasse High School is ranked #176 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Belle Chasse High School often compared to?
Belle Chasse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Plaquemines High School, Phoenix High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Chasse High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Chasse High School is 88%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Belle Chasse High School?
959 students attend Belle Chasse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Belle Chasse High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belle Chasse High School?
Belle Chasse High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle Chasse High School offer ?
Belle Chasse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Belle Chasse High School part of?
Belle Chasse High School is part of Plaquemines Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 9/23/2014
Belle chasse high school. home of the fighting cardinals and district champion cheerleaders. if you go to belle chasse high you know that looks are all that matters here. this school cares little to nothing about the actual students unless they are honors, AP, special education or athletic. this school cares more about what belt you wear more than what classes you're failing. I learned most of my education in 8th grade at BCA; the fact that a middle school has taught me more than 2 years here is honestly sad. I would not recommend this school to anyone with a history of needing help. if you've ever needed tutoring don't come here. the most you will get is 5 minutes of repeating the problem. unless you're athletic and can handle grades perfectly or a super genius naturally then I don't recommend this school. also to parents checking reviews, BCHS has had children jailed, caught having sex in bathrooms, drug dealings and oh yeah a teacher here who was caught with meth and heroin.
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