Serving 223 students in grades 6-8, Dequincy 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 13% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequincy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dequincy Middle School's student population of 223 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dequincy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dequincy Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
19%
42%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dequincy Middle School's ranking?
Dequincy Middle School is ranked #810 out of 1,237 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Dequincy Middle School?
223 students attend Dequincy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dequincy Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dequincy Middle School?
Dequincy Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dequincy Middle School offer ?
Dequincy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dequincy Middle School part of?
Dequincy Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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