Jennings High School

Jennings High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
2310 N Sherman St,  Jennings, LA
Jefferson Davis Parish Public Schools
4.0
3.0
813 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ben Oustalet
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
35%
Reading Proficiency
33%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
33%
Math Proficiency
35%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
62
Full Time Teachers
62
Teachers in First or Second Year
20.4%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
23
Reading
23
Science
22
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
5%
State Average
10%
Math
21%
State Average
31%
Science
25%
State Average
6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
297:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.2%
Female
46.8%
White
59.8%
Black
28%
Two or more races
7.2%
Hispanic
3.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
McNeese State University 139 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 124 Students
Louisiana State University 104 Students
Northwestern State University of Louisiana 79 Students
Louisiana Tech University 78 Students
University of Louisiana - Monroe 57 Students
Southern University & A&M College 40 Students
Louisiana State University - Eunice 37 Students
Nicholls State University 36 Students
Southeastern Louisiana University 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 63 Students
Business 20 Students
Psychology 19 Students
Biology 18 Students
Physical Therapy 14 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 12 Students
Radiologic Technician 11 Students
Veterinary Sciences 10 Students
Pre-Law Studies 9 Students
Computer Science 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 38 Reviews
3.0 Senior
10/7/2024
Best parts is my counselor helping out and football but other than that jennings high has not been that enjoyable everyone fights and its just a messy school overall.
4.0 Alum
6/28/2023
I had great teachers in all of my classes. There were lots of opportunities to be involved in extracurricular activities. The administration is very helpful and genuine.
4.0 Senior
1/3/2023
My school life was surely a learning experience. The confidence and motivation it gave me, I couldn't get anywhere else. Most importantly, it is the place where I recognized my uniqueness and individuality. My school life is no less than a treasure for me which gave me invaluable joys in life.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 5 Reviews
5.0 student
3/23/2023
Jennings High is an amazing place to be. The community is very involved and loves the school. There are tons of opportunities, and you truly are able to meet all types of people. The teachers really love the students, and that can be hard to find. They care more about the quality of material rather...
1.0 parent
8/16/2022
I would give give this school zero stars if I could . My child was constantly bullied and harassed the school did absolutely nothing about this I had to take her out and home school for a year. There are daily fights breaking out with the student s there the school board did absolutely nothing when...
3.0 student
2/3/2022
It is a decent school to send your kids to (if they play sports). Let me elaborate: The only thing the school and principal care about is sport. (Especially football) They do not really care if your child is succeeding academically because they are trying to make everyone equal. I take classes that...
1.0 student
9/29/2021
Horrible school, I would recommend not sending your children here all it does is damage mental stability. Does not deal with bullying well at all. The schools highly racist and is not respectful to minorities at all and it shows. Their teachers are horrible, they’re whole little “leadership” stuff i...

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Jennings High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Jennings, LA and is served by the Jefferson Davis Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. The school has a total enrollment of 813 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 35% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 33% are proficient in reading. Jennings High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bethel Christian School, Our Lady Immaculate School, Ward Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Jennings has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jennings High School.

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