Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Harry M. Hurst Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry M. Hurst Middle School serves the northern part of Destrehan, LA, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry M. Hurst 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
Harry M. Hurst Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry M. Hurst Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry M. Hurst Middle School is 0.59, 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
#244 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)6.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
School Mascot
Roadrunners
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry M. Hurst Middle School's ranking?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School is ranked #244 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harry M. Hurst Middle School often compared to?
Harry M. Hurst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R.k. Smith Middle School, Albert Cammon Middle School, Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Harry M. Hurst Middle School?
685 students attend Harry M. Hurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Harry M. Hurst Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry M. Hurst Middle School?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harry M. Hurst Middle School offer ?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry M. Hurst Middle School part of?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.
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