Serving 338 students in grades 6-8, Armstrong 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 13% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong Middle School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armstrong Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armstrong Middle School is 0.59, 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
#932 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
46%
42%
White
44%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Armstrong Middle School is ranked #932 out of 1,251 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Middle School?
338 students attend Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Armstrong Middle School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Middle School?
Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Armstrong Middle School part of?
Armstrong Middle School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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