Serving 605 students in grades 6-8, Dutchtown Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dutchtown Middle School serves the western part of its district in Geismar, LA, covering an area of approximately 41.8 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutchtown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dutchtown Middle School's student population of 605 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dutchtown Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutchtown 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
#85 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutchtown Middle School's ranking?
Dutchtown Middle School is ranked #85 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dutchtown Middle School often compared to?
Dutchtown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Amant Middle School, Prairieville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dutchtown Middle School?
605 students attend Dutchtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dutchtown Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutchtown Middle School?
Dutchtown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dutchtown Middle School offer ?
Dutchtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dutchtown Middle School part of?
Dutchtown Middle School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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