I am an 8th grader at PJHS this year. I was new here this year. My family is military, and I have gone to lots of different schools. I love it here. The teachers made me feel at home. We have parties here for everything we do right. When we mess up Mr. Agee gets on to us, but when we do the right
... Read more things he rewards us. There are lots of different classes and activities. I have never seen so many different teams/sports that I can try out for. The assistant principals are strict, but I am glad. I am not afraid here. I know the bad kids will be punished. My teachers encourage me every day. I am lucky to be a CAT. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/17/09
There is good communication with the teachers. The Principal lacks proffessionalism. Does not address problems. The front office staff are also rude.
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Posted by a parent on 09/06/08
Is a very safe school and the teachers are really good!
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Posted by a student on 09/06/08
PJHS is a very good, safe school. I fell totaly comfortable going to school everyday and i know not only will I be safe, but I know that i will learn something from a good teacher. The vice princepals are very strict, but on whole are helpful. There are many good teachers and only few that are pretty
... Read more bad. On whole, the school is excellent and prepares its students for the large High school. Read less
Posted by a student on 05/16/08
Challenging academics and very caring, informative teachers and adminitration. There are some sports activities, but limited. There is an excellent band progam, but no orchestra.
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Posted by a parent on 10/30/07
The only negative associated with this school is that the front office administration puts out an attitude of unhelpfulness. When you walk into the office, no one acknowleges your presence, no one greets you and no one smiles. Once my child was enrolled, however, I have found that the teachers are
... Read more excellent and very demanding, and that the school is very well-run. The advanced classes are excellent. The kids are great, the teachers are involved, the school spirit is fantastic and we have been very, very pleased overall with the school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/07
PJHS lacks good leadership. There have been instances where fairness has been the issue toward the students and when I have enquired to have something done about it I was basically blown off. After voicing my frustrations to the principal himself I was told I should be glad then that PJHS is only a 2
... Read more year school for my child and that I always have other options! I also sent my concerns to the Board of Education but never got a response. This school also lacks proper classes for advanced students. My child has been bored with most of her classes because before we moved to Autauga County she had always been in the Gifted program, everthing here is repeat for her. This shool has been nothing but a huge disappointment for us. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/28/06
There is a profound spirit of intimidation towards parents and students alike. The Administrators seem to forget who they work for! They are very difficult to work with and they are unwilling to work cooperatively with Parents. A very unprofessional group. Educators constantly ask for Parental support
... Read more for their efforts but, this school and school board could care less about the parents / taxpayers. Way past time for a drastic change in Autauga County. I highly recommend placing your child in a Private School! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/24/06
Shame on the administration for treating parents of JH students rudely and with disrespect. Parents influence the attitudes of the students, and it would not be surprising to see the parents' disappointment reflected in student behavior.
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Posted by a former student on 04/13/06
The main problem with this school is it's administration. I have found many teachers I like but trying to deal with the administration has become more trouble than it's worth.
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Student enrollment:
1,221
Students per teacher:
21
Full-time teachers:
58
Number of classrooms:
45
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Special Education
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
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Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Prattville schools — Prattville Junior High School is located at 1089 M L King Jr Dr, Prattville AL 36067. 1089 M L King Jr Dr is in the 36067 ZIP code in Prattville, AL The school district for Prattville Junior High School is the Autauga County School District. Prattville Junior High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 8.
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