Serving 435 students in grades 4-6, Abita Springs Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Abita Springs Middle School serves the northwest part of its school district in Abita Springs, LA, covering an area of approximately 87.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abita Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Abita Springs Middle School's student population of 435 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abita Springs Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abita Springs Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
74%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abita Springs Middle School's ranking?
Abita Springs Middle School is ranked #203 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Abita Springs Middle School often compared to?
Abita Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine View Middle School, Joseph B. Lancaster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Abita Springs Middle School?
435 students attend Abita Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Abita Springs Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abita Springs Middle School?
Abita Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abita Springs Middle School offer ?
Abita Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abita Springs Middle School part of?
Abita Springs Middle School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Abita Middle is an excellent school. Gifted students can attend gifted classes onsite, which is so much less stressful for the student. Also, the teachers are incredible! Everyone I''ve been in contact with at Abita Middle has been so friendly and helpful. I''m so glad we live here!!
5 10/10/2025
This school is a great school to come I love this school year than my other school.
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