JENNINGS HIGH SCHOOL

Jennings High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Jefferson Davis Parish school district, located in Jennings, LA with about 912 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 47 teachers, Jennings High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Jennings High School, located in Jennings, Louisiana, serves as a central pillar of the Jeff Davis Parish school system. The school typically provides a comprehensive secondary education for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a mix of rigorous academic coursework, elective programs, and extracurricular activities. As a community-focused institution, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering both athletic development and academic achievement, serving as a hub for local school spirit and community engagement.

The facility at 2310 N Sherman Street is equipped to support a diverse student body with resources intended to promote growth in technology, the arts, and career-technical education. By maintaining a traditional high school environment, Jennings High School works to equip its graduates with the critical thinking and life skills necessary to navigate college or the workforce upon graduation. The school is deeply integrated into the culture of the Jennings area, often serving as a focal point for local events and community pride.

For more information, contact Jennings High School at (337) 824-0642 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2310 N Sherman Street
Jennings, LA 70546-3830
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JENNINGS HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Jennings, LA with about 912 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
912
Teachers:
47.38
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 eligible school-No program
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 912 students

White
61.0%
Black or African American
30.9%
Two or more races
4.4%
Hispanic/Latino
3.0%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

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.