Serving 1,012 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Baton Rouge, LA, encompassing approximately 63.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,012 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.52, 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
#287 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #287 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Middle Academic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
1,012 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Central Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Central Community School District.
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