Serving 340 students in grades 6-8, Acadian 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 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Acadian Middle School serves the northeast part of Lafayette, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 23.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 6.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acadian Middle School's student population of 340 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Acadian Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acadian Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1058 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
66%
42%
White
9%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acadian Middle School's ranking?
Acadian Middle School is ranked #1058 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Acadian Middle School often compared to?
Acadian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carencro Middle School, Lafayette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Acadian Middle School?
340 students attend Acadian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Acadian Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acadian Middle School?
Acadian Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Acadian Middle School offer ?
Acadian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acadian Middle School part of?
Acadian Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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