Serving 182 students in grades 6-8, Lasalle 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lasalle Junior High School's student population of 182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lasalle 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 Lasalle Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#400 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
42%
White
95%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle Junior High School's ranking?
Lasalle Junior High School is ranked #400 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lasalle Junior High School?
182 students attend Lasalle Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lasalle Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle Junior High School?
Lasalle Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lasalle Junior High School offer ?
Lasalle Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lasalle Junior High School part of?
Lasalle Junior High School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.
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