Serving 711 students in grades 5-8, Paul Breaux Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Breaux Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Paul Breaux Middle School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Breaux Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Breaux Middle School is 0.56, 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
#556 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
59%
42%
White
31%
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
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Paul Breaux Middle School's ranking?
Paul Breaux Middle School is ranked #556 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Paul Breaux Middle School often compared to?
Paul Breaux Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L.j. Alleman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Paul Breaux Middle School?
711 students attend Paul Breaux Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Paul Breaux Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Breaux Middle School?
Paul Breaux Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Paul Breaux Middle School offer ?
Paul Breaux Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Paul Breaux Middle School part of?
Paul Breaux Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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