Serving 218 students in grades 6-8, Welsh-roanoke 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welsh-roanoke Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Welsh-roanoke Junior High School's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Welsh-roanoke 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 Welsh-roanoke Junior High School is 0.41, 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
#452 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
17%
41%
White
75%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welsh-roanoke Junior High School's ranking?
Welsh-roanoke Junior High School is ranked #452 out of 1,244 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Welsh-roanoke Junior High School?
218 students attend Welsh-roanoke Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Welsh-roanoke Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welsh-roanoke Junior High School?
Welsh-roanoke Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Welsh-roanoke Junior High School offer ?
Welsh-roanoke Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welsh-roanoke Junior High School part of?
Welsh-roanoke Junior High School is part of Jefferson Davis Parish School District.
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