Excellent

#140 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 11% in state

St. James High School

High School · St. James Parish

22187 Hwy 20, Vacherie, LA 70090

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#140 of 1,288

In Vacherie

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

St. James Parish

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About St. James High School

St. James High School is a public high school in Vacherie, LA, part of St. James Parish.

St. James High School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

James High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St. James High School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district

8.4

This school 8.4 · Excellent
District avg 8.4
LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

St. James High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.1Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics6.9Average25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency37% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg+5.9 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts

Overall Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected-0.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile55th

College Readiness8.1Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate87%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$19,342

Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

St. James High School — Students at St. James High School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

31.3% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

44.2% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

63%

ELA

56%

2010

Math

61%

ELA

52%

2011

Math

72%

ELA

69%

2012

Math

61%

ELA

62%

2013

Math

69%

ELA

58%

2014

Math

56%

ELA

65%

2015

Math

64%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

72%

ELA

71%

2017

Math

78%

ELA

82%

2018

Math

74%

ELA

87%

2019

Math

74%

ELA

87%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

44%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

44%

2022

Math

34%

ELA

49%

2025

Math

31%

ELA

45.3%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How St. James High School Compares

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

Overall Score

8.4/10

89th percentile in LA

Academic

6.9/10

Average

Growth

9.1/10

Excellent

Environment

9.7/10

Excellent

Sports

8 boys' · 7 girls'

Advanced STEM

3/5

Subjects offered

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

64%

Teaching Staff

11:1 student-teacher ratio

54 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

13.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics15sports offered

8 boys'·7 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses3 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

22187 Hwy 20, Vacherie, LA 70090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. James High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lutcher High School (rated 8.3/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Lutcher), with a very similar rating. Another option is E.D. WHITE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Thibodaux), a more accessible option. Additionally, West St. John High School (rated 4.3/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Edgard), a more accessible option. For more schools in Vacherie, see our Vacherie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Vacherie Elementary School Vacherie	2.4 mi	387	5.6
Sixth Ward Elementary School Vacherie	3.6 mi	275	5.4
Paulina Elementary School Paulina	4.2 mi	723	6.1
ST PETER CHANEL INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Paulina	4.4 mi	227	6.8
Lutcher High School Lutcher	5.8 mi	981	8.3
Gramercy Elementary School Gramercy	6.2 mi	439	7.4
Sixth Ward Middle School Thibodaux	8.0 mi	244	8.5
Garyville/Mt. Airy Math & Science Magnet Schl. Garyville	7.7 mi	326	6.1
Bayou Boeuf Elementary School Thibodaux	8.3 mi	216	8.4
Chackbay Elementary School Thibodaux	8.5 mi	362	8.8
West St. John Elementary School (K-7) Edgard	10.3 mi	203	5.3
West St. John High School Edgard	10.2 mi	193	4.3
ST PETER SCHOOL Reserve	11.1 mi	80	7.9
RIVERSIDE ACADEMY Reserve	11.3 mi	456	6.0
The MAX Charter School Thibodaux	13.3 mi	105	5.6
E.D. WHITE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Thibodaux	13.3 mi	703	5.4
Bayou Community Academy Charter School Thibodaux	13.4 mi	511	8.5
Fifth Ward Elementary School Reserve	12.4 mi	352	5.1
Thibodaux Elementary School Thibodaux	13.4 mi	595	7.9
Thibodaux Middle School Thibodaux	13.5 mi	679	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,676

Median Home Value

$190,200

Median Rent

$673/mo

Population

7,471

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. James High School

What grades does St. James High School serve?

St. James High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend St. James High School?

St. James High School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St. James High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. James High School rank in LA?

St. James High School ranks #140 of 1,288 schools in LA.

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

St. James High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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. James High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. James High School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. James High School a charter school?

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

Is St. James High School a Title I school?

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

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

64.0% of students at St. James 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.