Best Schools in Covington, Louisiana
16 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Covington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lee Road Junior High School
Elementary · St. Tammany Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
William Pitcher Junior High School
Middle · St. Tammany Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Pine View Middle School
Middle · St. Tammany Parish. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Covington for 2026 are Lee Road Junior High School (9.3/10), William Pitcher Junior High School (8.9/10), and Pine View Middle School (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
16
7 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$293,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
16
7 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$293,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Covington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lee Road Junior High School | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | William Pitcher Junior High School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Pine View Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Covington High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 5 | E. E. Lyon Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Covington Elementary School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $80,336
- Median home value
- $293,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
15% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Covington compares
Louisiana rank
#124 of 139
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$80k
137% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
13
St. Tammany Parish runs 86% of Covington's public schools
Covington touches 2 districts, but St. Tammany Parish is the one most addresses actually attend.
St. Tammany Parish accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 9.3 — the spread is inside Covington, not a citywide average.
- St. Tammany Parish6 public · 86%
- Tangipahoa Parish1 public · 14%
About Schools in Covington, Louisiana
Covington, Louisiana is home to 16 schools, including 7 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Covington show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Covington is Lee Road Junior High School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Covington is served by 2 school districts: Tangipahoa Parish, St. Tammany Parish. These districts collectively serve 59,307 students.
Covington's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,336. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 785 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.3 | ||
| 2 | 690 students · Pre-K–3rd | 4.7 | ||
| 3 | 607 students · Pre-K–3rd | 4.2 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Peter Catholic SchoolPrivate 706 students · Pre-K–7th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Covington Montessori SchoolPrivate 3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 8 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 322 students · 7th–8th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 681 students · 4th–6th | 5.9 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,690 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Scholastica AcademyPrivate 538 students · 8th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 694 students · 8th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | St Pauls High SchoolPrivate 865 students · 8th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 9 students · 8th–9th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 150 students · 3rd–12th | 3.9 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Christ Episcopal SchoolPrivate 595 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Northlake ChristianPrivate 922 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Covington
Covington, Louisiana · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$80,336
Median Home Value
$293,900
Median Rent
$1,302/mo
Population
63,295
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Covington has a median household income of $80,336. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,900, with a median rent of $1,302/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 3
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Covington, Louisiana
How many schools are in Covington, Louisiana?
Covington has 16 schools, including 7 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Covington, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Covington is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Covington, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Lee Road Junior High School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Covington, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Lee Road Junior High School with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Covington, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Covington on MySchoolScout is William Pitcher Junior High School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best high school in Covington, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Covington on MySchoolScout is Covington High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Covington, Louisiana?
Covington is served by 2 school districts: Tangipahoa Parish, St. Tammany Parish.
What is the education level in Covington, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Covington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Covington, Louisiana?
The median household income in Covington is approximately $80,336 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Covington, Louisiana?
Yes, Covington has 9 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Christ Episcopal School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Covington, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Covington is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Covington, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.