Serving 331 students in grades 5-8, Mansfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mansfield Middle School serves the southeast part of Mansfield, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 385.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 15.4 miles and the furthest edge located up to 20.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mansfield Middle School's student population of 331 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
DeSoto serves to make a difference in the lives of our students.
School Rankings
Mansfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mansfield Middle School is 0.19, 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
#847 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mansfield Middle School's ranking?
Mansfield Middle School is ranked #847 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Mansfield Middle School?
331 students attend Mansfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mansfield Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mansfield Middle School?
Mansfield Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mansfield Middle School offer ?
Mansfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mansfield Middle School part of?
Mansfield Middle School is part of Desoto Parish School District.
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