Ponchatoula High School is a public high school in unincorporated Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, near Ponchatoula. It is operated by the Tangipahoa Parish School System. Ponchatoula High School is one of the largest high schools in the state of Louisiana by student enrollment.
Serving 2,067 students in grades 9-12, Ponchatoula 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 34% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,067 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponchatoula High School serves the southern part of its school district in Ponchatoula, LA, covering an area of approximately 193.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 11.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponchatoula High School's student population of 2,067 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,067 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula High School is 0.62, 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
#499 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Green Wave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponchatoula High School's ranking?
Ponchatoula High School is ranked #499 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ponchatoula High School often compared to?
Ponchatoula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond High Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponchatoula High School?
The graduation rate of Ponchatoula High School is 82%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Ponchatoula High School?
2,067 students attend Ponchatoula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ponchatoula High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponchatoula High School?
Ponchatoula High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ponchatoula High School offer ?
Ponchatoula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponchatoula High School part of?
Ponchatoula High School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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