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Destrehan High School

#12 in Best Public High Schools in Louisiana
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 8-12
  • Destrehan, LA
  • 154 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      A
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A
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    Destrehan High School is a highly rated, public school located in Destrehan, LA. It has 1,376 students in grades 8-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 76% of students are at least proficient in math and 78% in reading.
    Address
    1 Wildcat Ln
    Destrehan, LA 70047
    Telephone
    (985) 764-9946
    Website
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    Destrehan High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    78%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    76%
    Average Graduation Rate
    82%
    Average SAT
    1270
    10 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    233 responses
    AP Enrollment
    14%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      A-
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      B
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $48,300
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $736
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $121,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    89%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 45 responses
    Report
    • Pep rallies and late take-ins
      38%
    • Football gAMES
      27%
    • Homecoming
      9%
    • Satellite Center
      9%
    • Extended AAtimes for class parties
      7%
    • Spirit Week
      4%
    • Pep rallies
      2%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,376
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    49%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.20 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.20 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.20 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $53,526
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    12.8%
    60%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.25 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.25 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.25 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $18,542/ year
    National
    $12,239
    86%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.28 responses
    43%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.28 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.28 responses
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    Attending Destrehan High School was an amazing experience. The school provides its students with many opportunities and really prepares them for college and careers. Even students who are not going to college are given tools for success and receive guidance down their chosen path as well. Additionally, the school has many honors, Dual Enrollment, and Advanced Placement classes where students can receive either university or technical college credit while still in high school. Outside of the classroom, the school has many academic and cultural organizations ranging from band to beta to a gamer's club. Also, the students, faculty, and staff, despite being a large school, all feel like a part of a large family. Finally, Destrehan High School is a very safe school. There is only one entry-point, there are monthly emergency drills, and there is a full-time police officer on campus.
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    Destrehan High School brings so many opportunities to students that allows them to choose a life that is right for them. The environment is loving, welcoming, and safe. If a student attends Destrehan and they do not achieve their goals, it is their own fault because Destrehan gives every student all the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Their are so many clubs and organizations that range from academics to culture. Destrehan also provides some of the best resources for students to be more than college ready. The staff, faculty, students, and community are helpful, caring, and supportive. One of the best high schools in Louisiana.
    Destrehan High school is an A rated school, and I believe it's rightly so. The school has practically no bullying problems, and the teachers are almost always there for the students no matter what. The school tries its best to keep students happy with things such as small "parties" where each grade level gets different things. This school also leverages its high school rival to do good for the world by having a contest of who can donate the most money to cancer research. Overall, this school is great and I couldn't have asked for a better one. In fact. the biggest "problem" would be the food quality, and that isnt even that bad! I want this school to continue to be great, so to make it better the school should invest a lot into the latest technology to help the classrooms. This school deserves way better than what it has right now.