For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,473 students in Gonzales, LA.
The top ranked public middle schools in Gonzales, LA are Central Middle School and Gonzales Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gonzales, LA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Gonzales have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Gonzales, LA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14101 Roddy Road
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6400
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Rank: #22.
Gonzales Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1502 West Orice Roth Street
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6450
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6450
Grades: 6-8
| 746 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Gonzales, LA?
The top ranked public middle schools in Gonzales, LA include Central Middle School and Gonzales Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Gonzales, LA?
2 public middle schools are located in Gonzales, LA.
What is the racial composition of students in Gonzales, LA?
Gonzales, LA public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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