Serving 750 students in grades 7-8, Houma Junior High School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houma Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Houma Junior High School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houma Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houma Junior High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#459 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
27%
41%
White
49%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houma Junior High School's ranking?
Houma Junior High School is ranked #459 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Houma Junior High School often compared to?
Houma Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Houma Junior High School?
750 students attend Houma Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Houma Junior High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houma Junior High School?
Houma Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Houma Junior High School offer ?
Houma Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houma Junior High School part of?
Houma Junior High School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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