Serving 527 students in grades 7-8, Pineville 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 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pineville Junior High School serves the eastern part of Pineville, LA, covering an area of approximately 84.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edges located up to 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pineville Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pineville Junior High School's student population of 527 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pineville 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 Pineville Junior High School is 0.56, 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
#405 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
55%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pineville Junior High School's ranking?
Pineville Junior High School is ranked #405 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Pineville Junior High School often compared to?
Pineville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tioga Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Pineville Junior High School?
527 students attend Pineville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Pineville Junior High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pineville Junior High School?
Pineville Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pineville Junior High School offer ?
Pineville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pineville Junior High School part of?
Pineville Junior High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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