Serving 723 students in grades 7-8, Ponchatoula Junior 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 is 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponchatoula Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ponchatoula Junior High School's student population of 723 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Navy, White, Forest Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponchatoula Junior High School 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 Ponchatoula Junior High School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#726 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
40%
42%
White
43%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponchatoula Junior High School's ranking?
Ponchatoula Junior High School is ranked #726 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ponchatoula Junior High School often compared to?
Ponchatoula Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Champ Cooper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Ponchatoula Junior High School?
723 students attend Ponchatoula Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ponchatoula Junior High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponchatoula Junior High School?
Ponchatoula Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ponchatoula Junior High School offer ?
Ponchatoula Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponchatoula Junior High School part of?
Ponchatoula Junior High School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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