Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Erath Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erath Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Erath Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Erath Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erath Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
6%
42%
White
85%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erath Middle School's ranking?
Erath Middle School is ranked #121 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Erath Middle School often compared to?
Erath Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forked Island/e. Broussard Elementary School, North Vermilion Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Erath Middle School?
490 students attend Erath Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Erath Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erath Middle School?
Erath Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Erath Middle School offer ?
Erath Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Erath Middle School part of?
Erath Middle School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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