Serving 830 students in grades 9-12, Pearl River 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority 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: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl River High School's student population of 830 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearl River 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 Pearl River High School is 0.38, 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
#577 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
8%
41%
White
78%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl River High School's ranking?
Pearl River High School is ranked #577 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Pearl River High School often compared to?
Pearl River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northshore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pearl River High School?
The graduation rate of Pearl River High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Pearl River High School?
830 students attend Pearl River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pearl River High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl River High School?
Pearl River High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pearl River High School offer ?
Pearl River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pearl River High School part of?
Pearl River High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2012
I love PRHS! This school had teachers who provide high quality education for students. I have been here for three years and I am a Junior. I graduate year 2013 and so far this school has been the best one yet!
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