Serving 577 students in grades 5-8, Oaklawn Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oaklawn Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oaklawn Junior High School's student population of 577 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oaklawn Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oaklawn Junior High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
38%
42%
White
24%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oaklawn Junior High School's ranking?
Oaklawn Junior High School is ranked #702 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Oaklawn Junior High School often compared to?
Oaklawn Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montegut Middle School, Lacache Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Oaklawn Junior High School?
577 students attend Oaklawn Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Oaklawn Junior High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oaklawn Junior High School?
Oaklawn Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oaklawn Junior High School offer ?
Oaklawn Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Oaklawn Junior High School part of?
Oaklawn Junior High School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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