Serving 435 students in grades 7-12, St. Helena College And Career Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Helena College And Career Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Helena College And Career Academy's student population of 435 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
St. Helena College And Career Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Helena College And Career Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1222 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
91%
42%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Helena College And Career Academy's ranking?
St. Helena College And Career Academy is ranked #1222 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Helena College And Career Academy?
The graduation rate of St. Helena College And Career Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend St. Helena College And Career Academy?
435 students attend St. Helena College And Career Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of St. Helena College And Career Academy students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Helena College And Career Academy?
St. Helena College And Career Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Helena College And Career Academy offer ?
St. Helena College And Career Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Helena College And Career Academy part of?
St. Helena College And Career Academy is part of St. Helena Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
academic programs are few to student ratio...n not many available...no band for the past 2 years...hardly any extracurricular activities for students to get involved with...the facilities are very shabby andneeds lots of work and improvement...restroom, cafateria...gym...classes and field for track and or baseball,football,or other outside activities...parking lot needs to be expanded teaching cirriculum needs to be improved...teacher attendance needs to be better...hardly no parental involvement...
5 10/10/2025
Academic programs have improved tremendously. More opportunities for student success at all schools. All have been reconstituted. St. Helena College and Career Academy has new facilities (stadium with a track, classroom building, renovated gym, new cafeteria, additional classroom space). New parking lot, new band program, and new advanced curriculum that focus on post-secondary success. Football team is division champions. Added sports programs as well. All employees received a raise. New Early Learning Center for K-2 students. Complete turn-around in this school system.
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