Serving 503 students in grades 9-12, Jena High School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jena High School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jena High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jena High School is 0.33, 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
#421 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
14%
41%
White
81%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jena High School's ranking?
Jena High School is ranked #421 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Jena High School often compared to?
Jena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasalle High School, Jena Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jena High School?
The graduation rate of Jena High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Jena High School?
503 students attend Jena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Jena High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jena High School?
Jena High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jena High School offer ?
Jena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jena High School part of?
Jena High School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.
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