What grades does South Plaquemines High School serve?

South Plaquemines High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Buras area.

Where is South Plaquemines High School located?

South Plaquemines High School is a rural school in Buras, LA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Plaquemines High School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Plaquemines High School is 12.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Buras, LA?

Schools in Buras include South Plaquemines High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Buras area.

LAHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

South Plaquemines High School — School Profile & District Info

High|Buras, Louisiana|Plaquemines Parish

Buras, LA 70041

School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

402

Student:Teacher

12.6:1

Locale

Rural

District

Plaquemines Parish

Econ. Disadvantaged

71.1%

Phone

(504)595-6435

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

43%

56th percentile in LA

Math Proficiency

18%

30th percentile in LA

Graduation Rate

90-94%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

33 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

13 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

66 test takers

Athletics

9 sports, 13 teams

116 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1

Better than average in LA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

409

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

72% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$19,657

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,768

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$25,686

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 12%State 13%Local 75%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$254,906

+1.4% 1yr-1.8% 5yr

New Orleans, LA metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

5.7%

Uninsured residents

13.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

537

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

494

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

164 (33%)

Other Health Impairment

92 (19%)

Autism

73 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

36 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

35 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

5 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

355

Current enrollment

Declining(-19% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about South Plaquemines High School

South Plaquemines High School currently enrolls 402 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in LA.

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