Serving 1,043 students in grades 7-12, Lutcher 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% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,043 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lutcher High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lutcher High School's student population of 1,043 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,043 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lutcher 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 Lutcher High School is 0.51, 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
#420 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
48%
41%
White
51%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lutcher High School's ranking?
Lutcher High School is ranked #420 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lutcher High School often compared to?
Lutcher High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James High School, East St. John High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lutcher High School?
The graduation rate of Lutcher High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Lutcher High School?
1,043 students attend Lutcher High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lutcher High School students are White, 48% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lutcher High School?
Lutcher High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lutcher High School offer ?
Lutcher High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lutcher High School part of?
Lutcher High School is part of St. James Parish School District.
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