Serving 267 students in grades 6-8, Woodlawn 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 29% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodlawn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodlawn Middle School's student population of 267 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn Middle School is 0.08, 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
#428 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
42%
White
96%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 Woodlawn Middle School's ranking?
Woodlawn Middle School is ranked #428 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Woodlawn Middle School often compared to?
Woodlawn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Elementary/middle School, Riser Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Woodlawn Middle School?
267 students attend Woodlawn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Woodlawn Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodlawn Middle School?
Woodlawn Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Woodlawn Middle School offer ?
Woodlawn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodlawn Middle School part of?
Woodlawn Middle School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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