Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Cecilia Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cecilia Junior High School's student population of 576 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cecilia Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cecilia Junior High School is 0.60, 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
#774 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
36%
42%
White
52%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cecilia Junior High School's ranking?
Cecilia Junior High School is ranked #774 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Cecilia Junior High School often compared to?
Cecilia Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breaux Bridge Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Cecilia Junior High School?
576 students attend Cecilia Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cecilia Junior High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cecilia Junior High School?
Cecilia Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cecilia Junior High School offer ?
Cecilia Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cecilia Junior High School part of?
Cecilia Junior High School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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