Very Good
#242 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 19% in state
William Pitcher Junior High School
Middle School · St. Tammany Parish
415 South Jefferson Avenue, Covington, LA 70433
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#242 of 1,288
In Covington
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#18 of 55
St. Tammany Parish
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About William Pitcher Junior High School
William Pitcher Junior High School is a public middle school in Covington, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. William Pitcher Junior High School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
William Pitcher Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for William Pitcher Junior High School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- LA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, William Pitcher Junior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at William Pitcher 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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William Pitcher Junior High School — Students at William Pitcher Junior High School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 7.0/10.
How William Pitcher Junior High School Compares
See how William Pitcher 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
415 South Jefferson Avenue, Covington, LA 70433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Pitcher Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Madisonville Junior High School (rated 8.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Madisonville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Abita Springs Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Abita Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tchefuncte Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Mandeville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Covington, see our Covington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,354
Median Home Value
$316,200
Median Rent
$1,373/mo
Population
41,770
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Caldwell Parish Junior High School Columbia, LA | 7.9 |
| Creswell Middle School Opelousas, LA | 7.9 |
| Patterson Junior High School Patterson, LA | 7.9 |
| Napoleonville Middle School Napoleonville, LA | 8.0 |
| Sterlington Middle School Sterlington, LA | 7.8 |
| Anderson Middle School New Iberia, LA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Pitcher Junior High School
What grades does William Pitcher Junior High School serve?
William Pitcher Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend William Pitcher Junior High School?
William Pitcher Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Pitcher Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Pitcher Junior High School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Pitcher Junior High School rank in LA?
William Pitcher Junior High School ranks #242 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is William Pitcher Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Pitcher Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 William Pitcher Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Pitcher Junior High School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William Pitcher Junior High School a charter school?
No, William Pitcher Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Pitcher Junior High School a Title I school?
No, William Pitcher Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Pitcher Junior High School?
58.4% of students at William Pitcher 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- St. Tammany Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (985) 892-3021
Resources & Links
District
St. Tammany Parish- District Enrollment
- 38,794
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,823
- District Rank
- #18 of 55
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