5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Covington, Louisiana

13 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 7

Private: 6

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Covington for 2026 are William Pitcher Junior High School (7.9/10), E. E. Lyon Elementary School (7.5/10), and Lee Road Junior High School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Covington

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	William Pitcher Junior High School	7.9 / 10	Middle	—	81th
2	E. E. Lyon Elementary School	7.5 / 10	Elementary	—	74th
3	Lee Road Junior High School	7.0 / 10	Elementary	—	63th
4	Christ Episcopal School	6.5 / 10	Other	—	53th
5	Covington Elementary School	6.4 / 10	Elementary	—	51th
6	St Scholastica Academy	5.6 / 10	High	—	30th
7	Covington High School	5.4 / 10	High	—	30th
8	Pine View Middle School	5.3 / 10	Middle	—	28th
9	Archbishop Hannan High School	5.3 / 10	High	—	22th
10	St Pauls High School	4.3 / 10	High	—	4th

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: 5.8/10
Median household income: $80,336
Median home value: $293,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 39%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 79%

How Covington compares

Louisiana rank

#102 of 137

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Louisiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$80k

137% of Louisiana median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Covington, Louisiana

Covington, Louisiana is home to 13 schools, including 7 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Covington show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Covington is William Pitcher Junior High School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Covington is served by 2 school districts: St. Tammany Parish, Tangipahoa 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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (13) Elementary (5) Middle (2) High (4)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (13) Academics (7) Growth (7) Diversity (7) Resources (7)

Filter by ZIP: 70433 (12)

Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	E. E. Lyon Elementary School 690 students · Pre-K–3rd	690	Pre-K–3rd	7.5
2	Lee Road Junior High School 785 students · Pre-K–8th	785	Pre-K–8th	7.0
3	Covington Elementary School 607 students · Pre-K–3rd	607	Pre-K–3rd	6.4
Private Schools 2 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 School Private 696 students · Pre-K–7th	696	Pre-K–7th	4.2
2	Covington Montessori School Private 6 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	6	Pre-K–Kindergarten	—

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	William Pitcher Junior High School 322 students · 7th–8th	322	7th–8th	7.9
2	Pine View Middle School 681 students · 4th–6th	681	4th–6th	5.3

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Covington High School 1,690 students · 9th–12th	1,690	9th–12th	5.4
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	St Scholastica Academy Private 539 students · 8th–12th	539	8th–12th	5.6
2	Archbishop Hannan High School Private 648 students · 8th–12th	648	8th–12th	5.3
3	St Pauls High School Private 899 students · 8th–12th	899	8th–12th	4.3

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center 150 students · 3rd–12th	150	3rd–12th	3.8
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Christ Episcopal School Private 550 students · Pre-K–12th	550	Pre-K–12th	6.5

Schools in Covington

Covington, Louisiana · 13 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: 5
Middle: 2
High: 4
Other: 2

Resources

🔍 Google "Covington schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Covington 📊 Niche Covington Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

St. Tammany Parish

55 schools · 38,794 students

Tangipahoa Parish

33 schools · 20,513 students

Nearby Cities

Baton Rouge (1 school)

1 mi

Madisonville (4 schools)

5 mi

Abita Springs (3 schools)

5 mi

Mandeville (15 schools)

Ponchatoula (7 schools)

Pearl River (5 schools)

22 mi

Tickfaw (3 schools)

22 mi

Franklinton (8 schools)

26 mi

Bogalusa (6 schools)

25 mi

Independence (3 schools)

25 mi

Other Major Cities in Louisiana

Top metros statewide by school count.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Covington, Louisiana

How many schools are in Covington, Louisiana?

Covington has 13 schools, including 7 public and 6 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 5.8 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 William Pitcher Junior High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Covington, Louisiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Covington on MySchoolScout is E. E. Lyon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

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 7.9/10.

What is the best high school in Covington, Louisiana?

The top-ranked high school in Covington on MySchoolScout is St Scholastica Academy with a composite score of 5.6/10.

How many school districts serve Covington, Louisiana?

Covington is served by 2 school districts: St. Tammany Parish, Tangipahoa 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 6 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Christ Episcopal School with a score of 6.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Covington, Louisiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Covington is 13.5:1. 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.