Pine Junior/Senior High School is located near Franklinton, Louisiana, United States, and is a part of the Washington Parish School Board. Its current principal is Ramona Thomas. The school mascot is the Raider.
Serving 738 students in grades 6-12, Pine 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 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine School serves the northeast part of Franklinton, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 64.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pine School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
738 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Pine 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 Pine School is 0.32, 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
#420 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
16%
42%
White
81%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine School's ranking?
Pine School is ranked #420 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Pine School often compared to?
Pine Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine School?
The graduation rate of Pine School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Pine School?
738 students attend Pine School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pine School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine School?
Pine School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pine School offer ?
Pine School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine School part of?
Pine School is part of Washington Parish School District.
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