Best Gonzales Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,508 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 27% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), 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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Gonzales, LA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14101 Roddy Road
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Gonzales Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1502 West Orice Roth Street
Gonzales, LA 70737
(225) 391-6450
Gr: 6-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

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?
2 public middle schools are located in Gonzales.
What is the racial composition of students in Gonzales?
Gonzales public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).

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