PLAQUEMINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Plaquemine Senior High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Iberville Parish school district, located in Plaquemine, LA with about 1,464 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 80 teachers, Plaquemine Senior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Plaquemine Senior High School, located in Plaquemine, Louisiana, serves as a central educational hub for students in Iberville Parish. As a public high school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment that prepares students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The school emphasizes student growth through a blend of core subject instruction, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to develop well-rounded individuals.

Beyond its academic programs, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, often serving as a focal point for civic pride and school spirit. The institution places a strong emphasis on student engagement, encouraging participation in athletics, arts, and various service-oriented clubs. By maintaining a balance between rigorous educational standards and active student life, Plaquemine Senior High aims to empower its graduates to succeed in an increasingly competitive world while remaining connected to their local roots.

For more information, contact Plaquemine Senior High School at (225) 687-6367 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

59595 Belleview Drive
Plaquemine, LA 70764
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PLAQUEMINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Plaquemine, LA with about 1,464 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Iberville Parish
Total Students:
1,464
Teachers:
80.21
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,464 students

Black or African American
60.3%
White
36.7%
Hispanic/Latino
2.0%
Asian
0.4%
Two or more races
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.