JOHNSON BAYOU HIGH SCHOOL

Johnson Bayou High School is a public school that is part of the Cameron Parish school district, located in Cameron, LA with about 98 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 18 teachers, Johnson Bayou High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

Johnson Bayou High School, located in the coastal community of Cameron, Louisiana, serves as a central hub for education in a unique, isolated geographic setting. Situated along the Gulf Beach Highway, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of the Louisiana coastal marshlands. Due to its remote location, the school plays a vital role in fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere, often characterized by small class sizes and a personalized approach to student development that connects local heritage with academic preparation.

The school is particularly notable for its resilience, having navigated significant environmental challenges typical of the Gulf Coast region. It serves students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, functioning as the primary educational anchor for the Johnson Bayou area. By balancing a standard state curriculum with the extracurricular traditions common to rural Louisiana schools, Johnson Bayou High School strives to provide its students with both the foundational skills for higher education and a strong sense of identity rooted in their specific coastal environment.

For more information, contact Johnson Bayou High School at (337) 569-2138 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.