Serving 233 students in grades 4-6, Carolyn Park 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 24% (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 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carolyn Park Middle School serves the southeast area of Slidell, LA, covering approximately 35.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carolyn Park Middle School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
At CPMS, our goal is to develop students' social, moral and intellectual abilities to reach their full potential, striving to become productive citizens.
School Rankings
Carolyn Park 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 Carolyn Park Middle School is 0.63, 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
#698 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
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)
20%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
21%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-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 Carolyn Park Middle School's ranking?
Carolyn Park Middle School is ranked #698 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?
24% 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 Carolyn Park Middle School?
233 students attend Carolyn Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Carolyn Park Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carolyn Park Middle School?
Carolyn Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carolyn Park Middle School offer ?
Carolyn Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carolyn Park Middle School part of?
Carolyn Park Middle School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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