Morgan City Junior High School

School Overview
Morgan City Junior High School, located at 911 Marguerite Street in Morgan City, Louisiana, serves as a pivotal educational institution within the St. Mary Parish School District. Dedicated to the academic and personal development of middle-school-aged students, the school provides a structured environment that bridges the transition between elementary and high school. The facility functions as a community hub, focusing on fundamental core subjects while encouraging students to explore their interests through various extracurricular activities and academic programs designed to prepare them for future success in secondary education.

As an integral part of the local educational landscape, Morgan City Junior High emphasizes both scholastic achievement and character development. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards, supported by a staff committed to fostering a positive learning culture that addresses the unique social and emotional needs of adolescents. By promoting student engagement through athletics, clubs, and collaborative classroom projects, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are ready to take on the challenges of their high school years and beyond.
412
Total Students
28.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Morgan City Junior High School
Demographic Student Count
White107
Hispanic179
Black99
Asian7
Two or More18
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    179 (43.4%)
  • White
    107 (26.0%)
  • Black
    99 (24.0%)
  • Two or More
    18 (4.4%)
  • Asian
    7 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
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: St. Mary Parish
Phone: (985)384-5922
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 412
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 266
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Grade 6 135
Grade 7 130
Grade 8 147

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Morgan City Junior High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6135
Grade 7130
Grade 8147
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Morgan City Junior High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20449.5%
Male20850.5%