Serving 673 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Houma Junior High School serves the southern part of its district in Houma, LA, covering an extensive area of approximately 382.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 43 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Houma Junior High School's student population of 673 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.69, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)26.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 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?
673 students attend Houma Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Houma Junior High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% 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 13:1.
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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