For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,886 students in 70454, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70454, LA are Champ Cooper Elementary School and Ponchatoula Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 70454 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 70454, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 70454, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Champ Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
42530 Highway 445
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 542-6182
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 542-6182
Gr: PK-8 | 1,163 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Ponchatoula Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
315 East Oak Street
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 370-5322
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
(985) 370-5322
Gr: 7-8 | 723 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 70454, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 70454, LA include Champ Cooper Elementary School and Ponchatoula Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 70454?
2 public middle schools are located in 70454.
What is the racial composition of students in 70454?
70454 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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