Serving 890 students in grades 6-8, L.j. Alleman Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L.j. Alleman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
L.j. Alleman Middle School's student population of 890 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
890 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
L.j. Alleman Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L.j. Alleman Middle School is 0.62, 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
#97 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
32%
42%
White
52%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L.j. Alleman Middle School's ranking?
L.j. Alleman Middle School is ranked #97 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are L.j. Alleman Middle School often compared to?
L.j. Alleman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgar Martin Middle School, Scott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend L.j. Alleman Middle School?
890 students attend L.j. Alleman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of L.j. Alleman Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L.j. Alleman Middle School?
L.j. Alleman Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does L.j. Alleman Middle School offer ?
L.j. Alleman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L.j. Alleman Middle School part of?
L.j. Alleman Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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