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Ponchatoula High School

19452 Highway 22 East, Ponchatoula, LA 70454, United States
+1 (985) 386-3514
4.0
Overall Rating

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Ponchatoula High School Overview

About This School

Ponchatoula High School is a public high in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, serving 2,067 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 45% proficiency in ELA and 34% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 121 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $59,738. Guidance resources include a ratio of 689 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Ponchatoula High School is 51% White, 34% Black, 8% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

2,067
Total Students
Grade 9-12
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
121 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts45%
Mathematics34%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Tangipahoa Parish
Students per Counselor
689:1

Ponchatoula High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

45%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 40%
34%
Mathematics
City Avg: 25%State Avg: 31%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.1:1
State Avg: 17:1
689
Students per Counselor

Ponchatoula High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
121

Average Teacher Salary

$59,738
City Avg: $59,738
State Avg: $61,043

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor689:1

Ponchatoula High School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.59%
Male
50.41%
Female
Total Enrollment: 2,067 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White51.33%
Hispanic8.37%
Asian0.73%
Black33.77%
Two or More Races5.52%
Native American0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ponchatoula High School

Q: What is Ponchatoula High School?

A: Ponchatoula High School is a high public located in Ponchatoula.

Q: How many students attend Ponchatoula High School?

A: Ponchatoula High School has approximately 2,067 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponchatoula High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Ponchatoula High School is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Ponchatoula High School

Ponchatoula High School is a public high in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, serving 2,067 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 45% proficiency in ELA and 34% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 121 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $59,738. Guidance resources include a ratio of 689 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Ponchatoula High School is 51% White, 34% Black, 8% Hispanic, 6% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

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About Ponchatoula High School - Ponchatoula, LA

Quick Facts about Ponchatoula High School
School NamePonchatoula High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location19452 Highway 22 East, Ponchatoula, LA 70454, Ponchatoula, LA
CountyTangipahoa Parish
Phone+1 (985) 386-3514
Total Students2,067
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers121
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency45%
Math Proficiency34%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Ponchatoula High School

What is Ponchatoula High School?

Ponchatoula High School is a high public located in Ponchatoula.

How many students attend Ponchatoula High School?

Ponchatoula High School has approximately 2,067 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponchatoula High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ponchatoula High School is 17:1.

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