Serving 536 students in grades 6-12, Delcambre High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delcambre High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Delcambre High School's student population of 536 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delcambre High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delcambre High School is 0.45, 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
#319 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
11%
41%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delcambre High School's ranking?
Delcambre High School is ranked #319 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Delcambre High School often compared to?
Delcambre High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate High School, Erath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delcambre High School?
The graduation rate of Delcambre High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Delcambre High School?
536 students attend Delcambre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Delcambre High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delcambre High School?
Delcambre High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Delcambre High School offer ?
Delcambre High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Delcambre High School part of?
Delcambre High School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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