Serving 493 students in grades 6-12, Delcambre High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delcambre High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Delcambre High School's student population of 493 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Mascot
Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Delcambre High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delcambre High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
10%
41%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delcambre High School's ranking?
Delcambre High School is ranked #319 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Delcambre High School often compared to?
Delcambre High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westgate High School, Erath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delcambre High School?
The graduation rate of Delcambre High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Delcambre High School?
493 students attend Delcambre High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Delcambre High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delcambre High School?
Delcambre High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delcambre High School offer ?
Delcambre High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delcambre High School part of?
Delcambre High School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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