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.
852
Total Students
38.8
Full-Time Teachers
22.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ballou Jr High
Demographic Student Count
White381
Hispanic172
Black73
Asian55
Two or More129
American Indian10
Pacific Islander31
  • White
    381 (44.8%)
  • Hispanic
    172 (20.2%)
  • Two or More
    129 (15.2%)
  • Black
    73 (8.6%)
  • Asian
    55 (6.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    31 (3.6%)
  • American Indian
    10 (1.2%)
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: 852
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 326
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 95
Grades Taught
Grade 7 283
Grade 8 286
Grade 9 283

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ballou Jr High
Grade Student Count
Grade 7283
Grade 8286
Grade 9283
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ballou Jr High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female45253.1%
Male39946.8%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)