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Ponchatoula Junior High School — School Profile & District Info

Middle|Ponchatoula, Louisiana|Tangipahoa Parish|Last audited: Not yet synced

Ponchatoula, LA 70454

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School Profile

Grades
7–8
Enrollment
747
Student:Teacher
18.2:1
Locale
Suburban
Econ. Disadvantaged
60.0%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
37%
44th percentile in LA
Math Proficiency
18%
30th percentile in LA
Chronic Absenteeism
13.0%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.1:1
Worse than average in LA

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$12,808
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 20%State 45%Local 36%

Community Context

Community Need Level
Elevated
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

723
Current enrollment
Declining(-11% 5yr)

Full School Calendar 2025-26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ponchatoula Junior High School

As of the most recent data, 747 students are enrolled at Ponchatoula Junior High School. It is a Middle school within the local district.