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#536 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 42% in state

Morgan City Junior High School

Middle School · St. Mary Parish

911 Marguerite Street, Morgan City, LA 70380

Enrollment

470

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#536 of 1,288

In Morgan City

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

St. Mary Parish

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Morgan City Junior High School

6.8/10

Middle School in Morgan City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Morgan City Junior High School

Morgan City Junior High School is a public middle school in Morgan City, LA, part of St. Mary Parish. Morgan City Junior High School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Morgan City Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #536 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Morgan City Junior High School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+66.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,177
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Morgan City Junior High School — Students at Morgan City Junior High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 41 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2025
Math
35.5%
ELA
29%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Morgan City Junior High School Compares

See how Morgan City Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in LA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

911 Marguerite Street, Morgan City, LA 70380

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morgan City Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Patterson Junior High School (rated 7.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Patterson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berwick Junior High School (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Berwick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Labadieville Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Labadieville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Morgan City, see our Morgan City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.5 mi
School Distance Rating
M.E. Norman Elementary School Morgan City 0.2 mi 4.6
CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morgan City 0.5 mi 6.4
Morgan City High School Morgan City 0.8 mi 5.5
Julia B. Maitland School Morgan City 0.8 mi 5.4
Berwick Elementary School Berwick 1.2 mi 7.2
Wyandotte Elementary School Morgan City 1.9 mi 6.4
Berwick Junior High School Berwick 2.2 mi 7.4
Berwick High School Berwick 2.3 mi 6.3
Stephensville Elementary School Morgan City 4.1 mi 9.2
Bayou Vista Elementary School Morgan City 3.8 mi 7.9
Patterson Junior High School Patterson 6.1 mi 7.9
Hattie A. Watts Elementary School Patterson 6.2 mi 5.1
Patterson High School Patterson 6.3 mi 6.5
J.S. Aucoin Elementary School Amelia 6.6 mi 6.6
Bayou L'Ourse Primary School Morgan City 7.6 mi 5.5
Gibson Elementary School Gibson 12.8 mi 7.0
Centerville High School Centerville 14.0 mi 6.9
Pierre Part Elementary School Pierre Part 17.6 mi 8.3
Labadieville Primary School Labadieville 17.2 mi 5.0
Labadieville Middle School Labadieville 17.5 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70380 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,504

Median Home Value

$138,300

Median Rent

$876/mo

Population

21,043

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

40.9

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Vidalia Junior High School Vidalia, LA 6.8
Westdale Middle School Baton Rouge, LA 6.8
Golden Meadow Middle School Golden Meadow, LA 6.7
Juban Parc Junior High School Denham Springs, LA 6.7
Bayou Blue Middle School Houma, LA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morgan City Junior High School

What grades does Morgan City Junior High School serve?

Morgan City Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Morgan City Junior High School?

Morgan City Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morgan City Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Morgan City Junior High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morgan City Junior High School rank in LA?

Morgan City Junior High School ranks #536 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Morgan City Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Morgan City Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Morgan City Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morgan City Junior High School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Morgan City Junior High School a charter school?

No, Morgan City Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Morgan City Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Morgan City Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morgan City Junior High School?

62.8% of students at Morgan City 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
St. Mary Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

St. Mary Parish
District Enrollment
7,794
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,177
District Rank
#9 of 21

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