Serving 372 students in grades 6-8, Lafayette 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 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lafayette Middle School's student population of 372 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lafayette 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 Lafayette Middle School is 0.47, 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
#858 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
71%
42%
White
13%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Middle School's ranking?
Lafayette Middle School is ranked #858 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Lafayette Middle School often compared to?
Lafayette 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lafayette Middle School?
372 students attend Lafayette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lafayette Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lafayette Middle School?
Lafayette Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lafayette Middle School offer ?
Lafayette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lafayette Middle School part of?
Lafayette Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafayette Middle School located?
Lafayette Middle School is located in the Downtown Lafayette neighborhood of Lafayette, LA.
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