Lake Area Middle School serves 378 students in grades 7-8.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
96%
42%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lake Area Middle School?
378 students attend Lake Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lake Area Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Lake Area Middle School offer ?
Lake Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lake Area Middle School part of?
Lake Area Middle School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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