Creswell Middle School

1210 East Leo St
Opelousas, LA 70570
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 207 students in grades 5-6, Creswell 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 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 207 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Creswell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

Creswell Middle School's student population of 207 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

School Rankings

Creswell 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 Creswell Middle School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#943 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
34%
22%
42%
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
69%
41%
White
17%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Creswell Middle School's ranking?
Creswell Middle School is ranked #943 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Creswell Middle School?
207 students attend Creswell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Creswell Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creswell Middle School?
Creswell Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Creswell Middle School offer ?
Creswell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creswell Middle School part of?
Creswell Middle School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 207 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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