John Mcdonogh High School 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 was 21-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 69%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
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Total Students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)21-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)10-14%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% LA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% LA state average).
What school district is John Mcdonogh High School part of?
John Mcdonogh High School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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