Serving 117 students in grades 5-8, Belle Rose Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 96% 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: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Rose Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Belle Rose Middle School's student population of 117 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belle Rose Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Rose Middle School is 0.24, 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
#941 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
87%
42%
White
4%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Belle Rose Middle School's ranking?
Belle Rose Middle School is ranked #941 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Belle Rose Middle School?
117 students attend Belle Rose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Belle Rose Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belle Rose Middle School?
Belle Rose Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle Rose Middle School offer ?
Belle Rose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Belle Rose Middle School part of?
Belle Rose Middle School is part of Assumption Parish School District.
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