Serving 320 students in grades 7-8, Anderson 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 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson Middle School's student population of 320 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Act respectfully. Model responsibility. Safety Always.
School Rankings
Anderson 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 Anderson Middle School is 0.48, 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
#804 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
70%
42%
White
17%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson Middle School's ranking?
Anderson Middle School is ranked #804 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Anderson Middle School often compared to?
Anderson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Place Middle School, Iberia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Anderson Middle School?
320 students attend Anderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Anderson Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson Middle School?
Anderson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Anderson Middle School offer ?
Anderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anderson Middle School part of?
Anderson Middle School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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