Serving 2,262 students in grades 9-12, Ponchatoula 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 34% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponchatoula High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ponchatoula High School's student population of 2,262 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ponchatoula 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 Ponchatoula High School is 0.61, which is less 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
#488 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
31%
41%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponchatoula High School's ranking?
Ponchatoula High School is ranked #488 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ponchatoula High School often compared to?
Ponchatoula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond High Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ponchatoula High School?
The graduation rate of Ponchatoula High School is 78%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Ponchatoula High School?
2,262 students attend Ponchatoula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ponchatoula High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponchatoula High School?
Ponchatoula High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponchatoula High School offer ?
Ponchatoula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ponchatoula High School part of?
Ponchatoula High School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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