Ballou Jr High
890 Students
Middle School 7th - 9th
School Overview
Ballou Junior High School is a public middle school located in Puyallup, Washington, serving students in grades 7 through 9 as part of the Puyallup School District. The school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, offering a balance of core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—alongside various elective opportunities. The school’s culture is focused on fostering a supportive community, encouraging both intellectual growth and social-emotional development during these formative middle school years.
Beyond the classroom, Ballou Junior High is known for providing a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, clubs, and performing arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build school spirit. Located in the suburban community of South Hill, the school serves a diverse student body and benefits from the resources and collaborative environment of the broader Puyallup School District. Parents and staff often work together through the school’s active community involvement to ensure a safe, engaging, and challenging learning environment for all students.
Beyond the classroom, Ballou Junior High is known for providing a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, clubs, and performing arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build school spirit. Located in the suburban community of South Hill, the school serves a diverse student body and benefits from the resources and collaborative environment of the broader Puyallup School District. Parents and staff often work together through the school’s active community involvement to ensure a safe, engaging, and challenging learning environment for all students.
890
Total Students
40.8
Full-Time Teachers
21.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 421 |
| Hispanic | 189 |
| Black | 61 |
| Asian | 48 |
| Two or More | 121 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 35 |
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White421 (47.7 %)
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Hispanic189 (21.4 %)
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Two or More121 (13.7 %)
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Black61 (6.9 %)
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Asian48 (5.4 %)
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Pacific Islander35 (4.0 %)
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American Indian7 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Puyallup School District |
| Phone: | (253)841-8725 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 9th |
| Total Students: | 890 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 326 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 95 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
288
Grade 8
308
Grade 9
294
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 288 |
| Grade 8 | 308 |
| Grade 9 | 294 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 456 | 51.2% |
| Male | 426 | 47.9% |
| Not Specified | 8 | 0.9% |
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