Serving 304 students in grades 6-8, Armstrong 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Armstrong Middle School serves the southeastern part of Rayne, LA, covering an area of approximately 46.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armstrong Middle School's student population of 304 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Armstrong 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 Armstrong Middle School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1000 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Middle School's ranking?
Armstrong Middle School is ranked #1000 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Middle School?
304 students attend Armstrong Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Armstrong Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armstrong Middle School?
Armstrong Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Armstrong Middle School offer ?
Armstrong Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong Middle School part of?
Armstrong Middle School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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