Serving 155 students in grades 6-8, Jonesboro-hodge Middle 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School's student population of 155 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
WHERE EXCELLENCE RESIDES
School Rankings
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesboro-hodge Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1040 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
64%
41%
White
30%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesboro-hodge Middle School's ranking?
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School is ranked #1040 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Jonesboro-hodge Middle School often compared to?
Jonesboro-hodge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weston High School, Jonesboro-hodge Elementary School, Quitman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Jonesboro-hodge Middle School?
155 students attend Jonesboro-hodge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jonesboro-hodge Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesboro-hodge Middle School?
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jonesboro-hodge Middle School offer ?
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonesboro-hodge Middle School part of?
Jonesboro-hodge Middle School is part of Jackson Parish School District.
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