Andrew Jackson Middle School

201 8th Street
Chalmette, LA 70043
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Andrew Jackson Fundamental Magnet High School, commonly nicknamed "A.J.", "Andrew Jackson", or "Andrew Jackson High School", was a public magnet high school in Chalmette in the area of St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of St. Bernard Parish Public Schools.
Serving 546 students in grades 6-8, Andrew Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 50% in LA
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 25% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Andrew Jackson Middle School's student population of 546 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Blue, Gold

School Rankings

Andrew Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Jackson Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
#575 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
26%
34%
47%
42%
25%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
28%
11%
Black
35%
41%
White
31%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
(22-23)
16.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Colonel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Andrew Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Andrew Jackson Middle School is ranked #575 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Andrew Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Andrew Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like N.p. Trist Middle School, Arabi Elementary School, C.f. Rowley Alternative School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Andrew Jackson Middle School?
546 students attend Andrew Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Andrew Jackson Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson Middle School?
Andrew Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson Middle School offer ?
Andrew Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrew Jackson Middle School part of?
Andrew Jackson Middle School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 25% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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