Serving 412 students in grades 7-12, South Plaquemines High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Plaquemines High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Plaquemines High School's student population of 412 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Plaquemines High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Plaquemines High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#716 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
46%
41%
White
29%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Plaquemines High School's ranking?
South Plaquemines High School is ranked #716 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Plaquemines High School often compared to?
South Plaquemines High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Chasse High School, Phoenix High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Plaquemines High School?
The graduation rate of South Plaquemines High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend South Plaquemines High School?
412 students attend South Plaquemines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Plaquemines High School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Plaquemines High School?
South Plaquemines High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Plaquemines High School offer ?
South Plaquemines High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is South Plaquemines High School part of?
South Plaquemines High School is part of Plaquemines Parish School District.
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