Serving 804 students in grades 6-8, Galvez Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galvez Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Galvez Middle School's student population of 804 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galvez Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galvez Middle School is 0.55, 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
#241 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
20%
41%
White
63%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galvez Middle School's ranking?
Galvez Middle School is ranked #241 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Galvez Middle School often compared to?
Galvez Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Dutchtown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Galvez Middle School?
804 students attend Galvez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Galvez Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galvez Middle School?
Galvez Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galvez Middle School offer ?
Galvez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Galvez Middle School part of?
Galvez Middle School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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