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Goodpine Middle School

12642 Hwy 84 West
Jena, LA 71342
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 270 students in grades 3-5, Goodpine Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 270 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30% in LA
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Goodpine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Goodpine Middle School's student population of 270 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Goodpine Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodpine Middle School is 0.39, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#259 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
48%
34%
53%
42%
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
14%
41%
White
77%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodpine Middle School's ranking?
Goodpine Middle School is ranked #259 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Goodpine Middle School?
270 students attend Goodpine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Goodpine Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodpine Middle School?
Goodpine Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goodpine Middle School offer ?
Goodpine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goodpine Middle School part of?
Goodpine Middle School is part of Lasalle Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 270 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 34% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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