Serving 371 students in grades 5-8, Kinder Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kinder Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kinder Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kinder Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kinder Middle School is 0.48, 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
#345 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
17%
42%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Kinder Middle School's ranking?
Kinder Middle School is ranked #345 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Kinder Middle School often compared to?
Kinder Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fenton Elementary School, Lacassine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Kinder Middle School?
371 students attend Kinder Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Kinder Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kinder Middle School?
Kinder Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kinder Middle School offer ?
Kinder Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kinder Middle School part of?
Kinder Middle School is part of Allen Parish School District.
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