OUACHITA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Ouachita Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Ouachita Parish school district, located in Monroe, LA with about 428 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 29 teachers, Ouachita Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Ouachita Junior High School, located on Blanks Street in Monroe, Louisiana, serves as a key educational institution within the Ouachita Parish School System. Catering to students in the early secondary grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with social and emotional development. As a junior high, it plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between elementary education and the more specialized demands of high school, focusing on core subjects, critical thinking, and foundational study habits.

Beyond the classroom, the school is integrated into the local Monroe community and typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and arts programs, designed to encourage student engagement and school spirit. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and the holistic development of its students, Ouachita Junior High aims to prepare its young learners for the transition into high school and their eventual roles as productive members of the community.

For more information, contact Ouachita Junior High School at (318) 345-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.