Serving 358 students in grades 7-8, William Pitcher 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 20% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Pitcher Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
William Pitcher Junior High School's student population of 358 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Pitcher Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Pitcher Junior High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#643 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
31%
42%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 William Pitcher Junior High School's ranking?
William Pitcher Junior High School is ranked #643 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are William Pitcher Junior High School often compared to?
William Pitcher Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyet Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend William Pitcher Junior High School?
358 students attend William Pitcher Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of William Pitcher Junior High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Pitcher Junior High School?
William Pitcher Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does William Pitcher Junior High School offer ?
William Pitcher Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is William Pitcher Junior High School part of?
William Pitcher Junior High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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