Average
#602 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 47% in state
Ferriday Junior High School
Middle School · Concordia Parish
201 Martin Luther King, Ferriday, LA 71334
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#602 of 1,288
In Ferriday
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Concordia Parish
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Ferriday Junior High School
Middle School in Ferriday · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ferriday Junior High School
Ferriday Junior High School is a public middle school in Ferriday, LA, part of Concordia Parish. Ferriday Junior High School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferriday Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Ferriday Junior High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- LA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ferriday Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Ferriday Junior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Ferriday Junior High School — Students at Ferriday Junior High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Ferriday Junior High School Compares
See how Ferriday Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
201 Martin Luther King, Ferriday, LA 71334
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ferriday Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Vidalia Junior High School (rated 6.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Vidalia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NATCHEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Natchez), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ferriday, see our Ferriday schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ferriday Upper Elementary School Ferriday | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Concordia Education Center Ferriday | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Ferriday High School Ferriday | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Ferriday Lower Elementary School Ferriday | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Delta Charter School MST Ferriday | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Vidalia High School Vidalia | 7.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Vidalia Junior High School Vidalia | 8.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Vidalia Lower Elementary School Vidalia | 8.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Vidalia Upper Elementary School Vidalia | 8.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Natchez | 10.6 mi | — |
| SUSIE B WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez | 10.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NATCHEZ EARLY COLLEGE@CO-LIN Natchez | 12.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MC LAURIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez | 12.1 mi | 6.0 |
| NATCHEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Natchez | 12.3 mi | 5.1 |
| NATCHEZ HIGH SCHOOL Natchez | 12.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MORGANTOWN ELEMENTARY Natchez | 12.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Monterey High School Monterey | 14.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Sicily Island High School Sicily Island | 16.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Block High School Jonesville | 15.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Jonesville Elementary School Jonesville | 15.7 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,592
Median Home Value
$80,200
Median Rent
$666/mo
Population
9,382
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
40.8%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DeQuincy Middle School Dequincy, LA | 6.5 |
| Eunice Junior High School Eunice, LA | 6.4 |
| Parks Middle School St. Martinville, LA | 6.6 |
| Golden Meadow Middle School Golden Meadow, LA | 6.7 |
| Lowery Middle School Donaldsonville, LA | 6.7 |
| Pineville Elementary School Pineville, LA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ferriday Junior High School
What grades does Ferriday Junior High School serve?
Ferriday Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ferriday Junior High School?
Ferriday Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferriday Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ferriday Junior High School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ferriday Junior High School rank in LA?
Ferriday Junior High School ranks #602 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Ferriday Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ferriday Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ferriday Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferriday Junior High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ferriday Junior High School a charter school?
No, Ferriday Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ferriday Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Ferriday Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferriday Junior High School?
95.2% of students at Ferriday Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Concordia Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (318) 757-8695
Resources & Links
District
Concordia Parish- District Enrollment
- 3,136
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,509
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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