JENA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Jena Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the LaSalle Parish school district, located in Jena, LA with about 334 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 18 teachers, Jena Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Jena Junior High School is a public middle school located in Jena, Louisiana, serving students within the La Salle Parish School District. As an integral part of the local community, the school focuses on bridging the educational gap between elementary and high school, providing a structured environment tailored to the developmental needs of early adolescents. The campus serves as a key academic hub in the region, emphasizing core curriculum standards while preparing students for the transition into secondary education at Jena High School.

Like many schools in the La Salle Parish district, Jena Junior High is deeply embedded in the culture of the small town of Jena. It typically hosts a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics and academic clubs, which encourage student engagement and school spirit. By prioritizing foundational skills in reading, mathematics, and science, the school aims to cultivate both academic proficiency and character development, serving as a primary stepping stone for the youth of the Jena community.

For more information, contact Jena Junior High School at (318) 992-5815 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.