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West Jefferson High School

2200 Eighth Street, Harvey, LA 70058, United States
+1 (504) 368-6055
2.3
Overall Rating

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West Jefferson High School Overview

About This School

West Jefferson High School is a public high in Harvey, Louisiana, serving 1,438 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 14% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 77 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $51,293. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 287 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 48% Hispanic, 41% Black, 7% White, 2% Asian, and 2% identifying as two or more races.

1,438
Total Students
Grade 9-12
18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
77 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics14%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Jefferson Parish
Students per Counselor
287:1

West Jefferson High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 34%State Avg: 40%
14%
Mathematics
City Avg: 20%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 16.9:1
State Avg: 17:1
287
Students per Counselor

West Jefferson High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
77

Average Teacher Salary

$51,293
City Avg: $51,293
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Students per Counselor287:1

West Jefferson High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.78%
Male
47.22%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,438 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White6.68%
Hispanic47.91%
Asian1.88%
Black41.17%
Two or More Races2.16%
Native American0.21%

West Jefferson High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About West Jefferson High School

Q: What is West Jefferson High School?

A: West Jefferson High School is a high public located in Harvey.

Q: How many students attend West Jefferson High School?

A: West Jefferson High School has approximately 1,438 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Jefferson High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Jefferson High School is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about West Jefferson High School

West Jefferson High School is a public high in Harvey, Louisiana, serving 1,438 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 14% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 77 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $51,293. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 287 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 48% Hispanic, 41% Black, 7% White, 2% Asian, and 2% identifying as two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About West Jefferson High School - Harvey, LA

Quick Facts about West Jefferson High School
School NameWest Jefferson High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location2200 Eighth Street, Harvey, LA 70058, Harvey, LA
CountyJefferson Parish
Phone+1 (504) 368-6055
Total Students1,438
Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Full-Time Teachers77
Rating2.3/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency14%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Jefferson High School

What is West Jefferson High School?

West Jefferson High School is a high public located in Harvey.

How many students attend West Jefferson High School?

West Jefferson High School has approximately 1,438 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Jefferson High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Jefferson High School is 18:1.

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