Serving 993 students in grades 6-8, Haughton Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 993 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Haughton Middle School serves the southeastern part of Haughton, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 183.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of about 8.8 miles from the school to the edges of the zone, extending up to 15.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haughton Middle School's student population of 993 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
993 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Haughton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haughton Middle School is 0.51, 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
#399 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
67%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haughton Middle School's ranking?
Haughton Middle School is ranked #399 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Haughton Middle School often compared to?
Haughton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Middle School, Cope Middle School, Summerfield High 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 34% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Haughton Middle School?
993 students attend Haughton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Haughton Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haughton Middle School?
Haughton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haughton Middle School offer ?
Haughton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haughton Middle School part of?
Haughton Middle School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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