Serving 371 students in grades 7-8, Natchitoches Jr. 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natchitoches Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Natchitoches Jr. High School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natchitoches Jr. 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 Natchitoches Jr. High School is 0.29, 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
#1056 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
84%
42%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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 Natchitoches Jr. High School's ranking?
Natchitoches Jr. High School is ranked #1056 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Natchitoches Jr. High School?
371 students attend Natchitoches Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Natchitoches Jr. High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natchitoches Jr. High School?
Natchitoches Jr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Natchitoches Jr. High School offer ?
Natchitoches Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchitoches Jr. High School part of?
Natchitoches Jr. High School is part of Natchitoches Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Natchitoches Jr. High School located?
Natchitoches Jr. High School is located in the Downtown Historic neighborhood of Natchitoches, LA.
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