BERWICK HIGH SCHOOL

Berwick High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the St. Mary Parish school district, located in Berwick, LA with about 517 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 28 teachers, Berwick 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.

Berwick High School, located at 700 Patti Drive in Berwick, Louisiana, serves as a central educational institution for the local community within the St. Mary Parish School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous coursework, elective programs, and extracurricular engagement. As a cornerstone of the Berwick area, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture, fostering a sense of community pride and spirit among its students, faculty, and alumni.

Beyond its core curriculum, Berwick High School is well-known for its active athletic programs and student organizations, which play a significant role in the school’s daily life. The institution emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to develop both the intellectual capabilities and character of its students. By maintaining a supportive environment and strong ties to the surrounding Louisiana community, the school strives to ensure that its graduates are well-equipped to meet the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce.

For more information, contact Berwick High School at (985) 384-8450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

700 Patti Drive
Berwick, LA 70342-2037
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BERWICK HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Berwick, LA with about 517 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
St. Mary Parish
Total Students:
517
Teachers:
28.34
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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
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 517 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending BERWICK HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
79.1%
Black or African American
9.9%
Hispanic/Latino
7.7%
Two or more races
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Asian
0.6%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.