Serving 465 students in grades 5-8, Montegut Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Montegut Middle School serves the southeast part of Montegut, LA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 446.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 10.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 34.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montegut Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montegut Middle School's student population of 465 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montegut Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montegut Middle School is 0.60, 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
#138 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
17%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
58%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montegut Middle School's ranking?
Montegut Middle School is ranked #138 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Montegut Middle School often compared to?
Montegut Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacache Middle School, Oaklawn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Montegut Middle School?
465 students attend Montegut Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Montegut Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montegut Middle School?
Montegut Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montegut Middle School offer ?
Montegut Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montegut Middle School part of?
Montegut Middle School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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