Serving 279 students in grades 3-5, Goodpine Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Goodpine Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jena, LA, encompassing approximately 662.4 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodpine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Goodpine Middle School's student population of 279 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goodpine Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodpine Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
12%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodpine Middle School's ranking?
Goodpine Middle School is ranked #259 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Goodpine Middle School?
279 students attend Goodpine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Goodpine Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodpine Middle School?
Goodpine Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Goodpine Middle School offer ?
Goodpine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goodpine Middle School part of?
Goodpine Middle School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.
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