Below Average
#1041 of 1,288 schools in LA
Webster Junior High School
Middle School · Webster Parish
700 East Union, Minden, LA 71055
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,041 of 1,288
In Minden
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Webster Parish
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Webster Junior High School
Middle School in Minden · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Webster Junior High School
Webster Junior High School is a public middle school in Minden, LA, part of Webster Parish. Webster Junior High School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,041 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Webster Junior High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- LA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Webster 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.
31% of students at Webster Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Webster Junior High School — Students at Webster Junior High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
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: 6.2/10.
How Webster Junior High School Compares
See how Webster 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
700 East Union, Minden, LA 71055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Webster Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Haughton Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Haughton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Homer Junior High School (rated 3.4/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Homer), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minden, see our Minden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J. L. Jones Elementary School Minden | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| J. A. Phillips Elementary School Minden | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Minden High School Minden | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| E. S. Richardson Elementary School Minden | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| GLENBROOK SCHOOL Minden | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Lakeside Junior-Senior High School Sibley | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary School Dubberly | 9.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Doyline High School Doyline | 9.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Gibsland-Coleman High School Gibsland | 13.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Haughton Middle School Haughton | 13.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Haughton High School Haughton | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| North Webster Upper Elementary School Cotton Valley | 16.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Haughton Elementary School Haughton | 15.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MT OLIVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Athens | 14.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Princeton Elementary School Princeton | 15.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Homer High School Homer | 17.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Homer Junior High School Homer | 17.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Homer Elementary School Homer | 17.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Ringgold Elementary School Ringgold | 19.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Ringgold High School Ringgold | 20.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,919
Median Home Value
$117,800
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
17,406
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acadian Middle School Lafayette, LA | 4.9 |
| Crowley Middle School Crowley, LA | 4.9 |
| Loranger Middle School Loranger, LA | 4.9 |
| Park Forest Middle School Baton Rouge, LA | 4.9 |
| South Beauregard Upper Elementary School Longville, LA | 5.0 |
| Sunset Middle School Sunset, LA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Webster Junior High School
What grades does Webster Junior High School serve?
Webster Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Webster Junior High School?
Webster Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Webster Junior High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Webster Junior High School rank in LA?
Webster Junior High School ranks #1,041 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Webster Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Webster Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Webster Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster Junior High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Webster Junior High School a charter school?
No, Webster Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Webster Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Webster Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Webster Junior High School?
58.7% of students at Webster 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
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Webster Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (318) 377-3847
Resources & Links
District
Webster Parish- District Enrollment
- 5,359
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,561
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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