Serving 412 students in grades 5-8, Patterson Junior High School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patterson Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Patterson Junior High School's student population of 412 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patterson Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
43%
41%
White
37%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patterson Junior High School's ranking?
Patterson Junior High School is ranked #605 out of 1,251 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Patterson Junior High School?
412 students attend Patterson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Patterson Junior High School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patterson Junior High School?
Patterson Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patterson Junior High School offer ?
Patterson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Patterson Junior High School part of?
Patterson Junior High School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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