Serving 298 students in grades 7-8, Eunice Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eunice Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Eunice Junior High School's student population of 298 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eunice Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eunice Junior High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#506 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
52%
42%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eunice Junior High School's ranking?
Eunice Junior High School is ranked #506 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Eunice Junior High School often compared to?
Eunice Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Opelousas Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Eunice Junior High School?
298 students attend Eunice Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Eunice Junior High School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eunice Junior High School?
Eunice Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eunice Junior High School offer ?
Eunice Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Eunice Junior High School part of?
Eunice Junior High School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
School Reviews
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