Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, J.d. Meisler 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 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J.D. Meisler Middle School serves the northern part of Metairie, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.d. Meisler Middle School's student population of 679 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
J.d. Meisler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.d. Meisler Middle School is 0.50, 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
#837 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)20.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Oxford Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.d. Meisler Middle School's ranking?
J.d. Meisler Middle School is ranked #837 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.d. Meisler Middle School often compared to?
J.d. Meisler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Q. Adams Middle School, T.h. Harris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.d. Meisler Middle School?
679 students attend J.d. Meisler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of J.d. Meisler Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.d. Meisler Middle School?
J.d. Meisler Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.d. Meisler Middle School offer ?
J.d. Meisler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.d. Meisler Middle School part of?
J.d. Meisler Middle School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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