LEESVILLE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Leesville Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Vernon Parish school district, located in Leesville, LA with about 402 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 23 teachers, Leesville 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.

Leesville Junior High School, located at 480 Berry Avenue in Leesville, Louisiana, serves as a key educational institution within the Vernon Parish School District. Situated in a community with deep ties to the nearby Fort Johnson (formerly Fort Polk) military installation, the school plays a vital role in supporting a diverse student body that includes many children from military families. The school is dedicated to bridging the academic gap between elementary and high school, focusing on providing a structured environment that fosters both personal growth and foundational academic skills for early adolescents.

Beyond its core curriculum, Leesville Junior High emphasizes the development of the "whole student" through various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, clubs, and academic enrichment programs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive community culture that prepares students for the rigors of high school while navigating the transitional challenges of the middle school years. By focusing on literacy, STEM, and character development, the faculty and staff work to ensure that all students are equipped with the tools necessary for future success in their secondary education and beyond.

For more information, contact Leesville Junior High School at (337) 239-3874 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.