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#89 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 7% in state

Pineville Junior High School

Middle School · Rapides Parish

501 Edgewood Drive, Pineville, LA 71360

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

8.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#89 of 1,288

In Pineville

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 43

Rapides Parish

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Pineville Junior High School

8.7/10

Middle School in Pineville · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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4.6/10

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About Pineville Junior High School

Pineville Junior High School is a public middle school in Pineville, LA, part of Rapides Parish. Pineville Junior High School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Pineville Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Pineville Junior High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+68.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+37.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,720
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Pineville Junior High School — Students at Pineville Junior High School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.3% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.1% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 37 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
55.3%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Pineville Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in LA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

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

501 Edgewood Drive, Pineville, LA 71360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pineville Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tioga Junior High School (rated 9.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Tioga), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pineville Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pineville, see our Pineville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
J.I. Barron Sr. Elementary School Pineville 1.1 mi 6.1
Lessie Moore Elementary School Pineville 1.2 mi 4.6
Pinecrest Supports & Services Center Pineville 1.4 mi 7.1
Pineville High School Pineville 1.9 mi 7.1
Tioga Elementary School Ball 2.5 mi 5.7
Pineville Elementary School Pineville 2.3 mi 6.3
Tioga High School Tioga 3.0 mi 6.8
Paradise Elementary School Ball 3.3 mi 7.4
Tioga Junior High School Tioga 3.3 mi 9.3
Peabody Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 3.5 mi 6.8
Acadian Elementary Alexandria 3.9 mi 7.7
Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria 4.0 mi 6.4
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria 4.2 mi 7.6
Alma Redwine Elementary Alexandria 4.4 mi 7.6
Rapides Training Academy Alexandria 4.8 mi 5.8
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School Alexandria 4.5 mi 5.1
OUR LADY-PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Alexandria 4.6 mi 4.7
Bolton High School Alexandria 4.7 mi 8.2
Ball Elementary School Ball 5.1 mi 7.1
L.S. Rugg Elementary School Alexandria 4.9 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,592

Median Home Value

$196,300

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

35,649

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pineville Junior High School

What grades does Pineville Junior High School serve?

Pineville Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Pineville Junior High School?

Pineville Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pineville Junior High School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pineville Junior High School rank in LA?

Pineville Junior High School ranks #89 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Pineville Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pineville Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Pineville Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pineville Junior High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pineville Junior High School a charter school?

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

Is Pineville Junior High School a Title I school?

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

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

71.3% of students at Pineville 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Rapides Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Rapides Parish
District Enrollment
22,546
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,720
District Rank
#3 of 43

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