GRANT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Grant Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Grant Parish school district, located in Dry Prong, LA with about 370 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Grant Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Grant Junior High School is a public school located in Dry Prong, Louisiana, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Grant Parish School District, the school is situated in a rural community and acts as a central educational hub for the surrounding area. It focuses on providing a foundational academic experience during the critical middle school years, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school through a structured curriculum and extracurricular involvement.

The school is known for its role in the small, tight-knit community of Dry Prong, where it emphasizes both academic development and local school spirit. Like many junior high schools in the region, Grant Junior High typically prioritizes core subjects—such as English, mathematics, science, and social studies—while offering students opportunities to participate in athletics and various school organizations. By fostering a supportive environment, the institution seeks to address the social and emotional growth of its students alongside their scholastic achievements.

For more information, contact Grant Junior High School at (318) 899-5697 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.