East Jefferson High School is a public high school located in Metairie in unincorporated Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. Its attendance boundary includes: portions of Metairie and Kenner. East Jefferson High School was built in 1955 in a residential neighborhood. The school serves grades 9–12.
Serving 1,499 students in grades 9-12, East Jefferson 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 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Jefferson High School's student population of 1,499 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
East Jefferson 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 East Jefferson High School is 0.61, 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
#866 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
55%
11%
Black
24%
41%
White
18%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tecumseh
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jefferson High School's ranking?
East Jefferson High School is ranked #866 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are East Jefferson High School often compared to?
East Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale High School, Bonnabel Magnet Academy 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of East Jefferson High School is 65%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend East Jefferson High School?
1,499 students attend East Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East Jefferson High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jefferson High School?
East Jefferson High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Jefferson High School offer ?
East Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jefferson High School part of?
East Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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