Serving 150 students in grades 6-8, B. Edward Boudreaux 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School serves the northwest part of Baldwin, LA, covering an area of approximately 151.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the edge of the attendance zone is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest point being approximately 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School's student population of 150 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
150 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
B. Edward Boudreaux 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 B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School is 0.37, 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
#656 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
78%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
16%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2009–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School's ranking?
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School is ranked #656 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School?
150 students attend B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School?
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School offer ?
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School part of?
B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School is part of St. Mary Parish School District.
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