Serving 634 students in grades 7-12, St. James 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 34% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. James High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
St. James High School's student population of 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. James 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 St. James High School is 0.42, 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
#440 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
73%
41%
White
23%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 St. James High School's ranking?
St. James High School is ranked #440 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. James High School often compared to?
St. James High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lutcher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. James High School?
The graduation rate of St. James High School is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend St. James High School?
634 students attend St. James High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of St. James High School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. James High School?
St. James High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. James High School offer ?
St. James High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is St. James High School part of?
St. James High School is part of St. James Parish School District.
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