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#342 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 27% in state

St. Amant High School

High School · Ascension Parish

12035 Hwy 431, St. Amant, LA 70774

Enrollment

2,433

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#342 of 1,288

In St. Amant

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#26 of 31

Ascension Parish

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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St. Amant High School

7.4/10

High School in St. Amant · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St. Amant Middle School

9.2/10

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8.5/10

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About St. Amant High School

St. Amant High School is a public high school in St. Amant, LA, part of Ascension Parish.

St. Amant High School serves approximately 2,433 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Amant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St. Amant High School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

St. Amant High School is a large school: 2,433 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.6 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation10.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,108
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

St. Amant High School — Students at St. Amant High School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 79.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
70%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How St. Amant High School Compares

See how St. Amant High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
74th percentile in LA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.1
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
152 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
10.5% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12035 Hwy 431, St. Amant, LA 70774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Amant High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. French Settlement High School (rated 7.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby French Settlement), with a comparable rating. Additionally, East Ascension High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Gonzales), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Amant, see our St. Amant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Amant Middle School St. Amant 1.5 mi 9.2
St. Amant Primary School St. Amant 1.5 mi 8.5
THE CHURCH ACADEMY Saint Amant 1.7 mi 6.8
ASCENSION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ELEMENTARY Gonzales 2.0 mi 6.5
Lake Elementary School St. Amant 2.3 mi 9.1
Pecan Grove Primary School Gonzales 2.6 mi 8.7
Central Middle School Gonzales 2.9 mi 8.7
Central Primary School Gonzales 2.9 mi 8.2
East Ascension High School Gonzales 2.8 mi 6.7
GONZALES BAPTIST ACADEMY Gonzales 3.0 mi
Gonzales Primary School Gonzales 3.0 mi 8.3
Galvez Primary School Prairieville 4.3 mi 7.9
G. W. Carver Primary School Gonzales 4.0 mi 7.1
Gonzales Middle School Gonzales 4.2 mi 9.3
Lakeside Primary School Prairieville 5.1 mi 7.7
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 5.4 mi 9.0
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 5.2 mi 8.9
Sorrento Primary School Sorrento 5.9 mi 8.6
French Settlement High School French Settlement 5.8 mi 7.0
French Settlement Elementary School French Settlement 5.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,466

Median Home Value

$243,600

Median Rent

$1,073/mo

Population

10,093

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Amant High School

What grades does St. Amant High School serve?

St. Amant High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St. Amant High School?

St. Amant High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Amant High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Amant High School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Amant High School rank in LA?

St. Amant High School ranks #342 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Amant High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Amant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St. Amant High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Amant High School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Amant High School a charter school?

No, St. Amant High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St. Amant High School a Title I school?

No, St. Amant High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Amant High School?

46.6% of students at St. Amant High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,433
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
152
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Ascension Parish
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,108
District Rank
#26 of 31

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