Serving 442 students in grades 6-8, Judice 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 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Judice Middle School serves the southwest part of Duson, LA, covering an area of approximately 49.4 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judice Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Judice Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence through partnership.
School Rankings
Judice 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 Judice Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#428 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
25%
11%
Black
31%
42%
White
38%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judice Middle School's ranking?
Judice Middle School is ranked #428 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Judice Middle School often compared to?
Judice Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L.j. Alleman Middle School, Scott Middle School, Charles M. Burke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Judice Middle School?
442 students attend Judice Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Judice Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judice Middle School?
Judice Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Judice Middle School offer ?
Judice Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Judice Middle School part of?
Judice Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Judice Middle School located?
Judice Middle School is located in the Judice neighborhood of Duson, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Judice.
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