Serving 539 students in grades 4-8, Clearwood Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearwood Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clearwood Junior High School's student population of 539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Clearwood Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearwood Junior High School is 0.63, 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
#403 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
29%
42%
White
52%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
St. Tammany Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearwood Junior High School's ranking?
Clearwood Junior High School is ranked #403 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Clearwood Junior High School often compared to?
Clearwood Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyet Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Clearwood Junior High School?
539 students attend Clearwood Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Clearwood Junior High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clearwood Junior High School?
Clearwood Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clearwood Junior High School offer ?
Clearwood Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clearwood Junior High School part of?
Clearwood Junior High School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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