Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, N.p. Trist Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
N.p. Trist Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
N.p. Trist Middle School's student population of 795 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
N.p. Trist Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of N.p. Trist Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
24%
42%
White
58%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is N.p. Trist Middle School's ranking?
N.p. Trist Middle School is ranked #316 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are N.p. Trist Middle School often compared to?
N.p. Trist Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Bernard Middle School, Belle Chasse Middle School, Andrew Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend N.p. Trist Middle School?
795 students attend N.p. Trist Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of N.p. Trist Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of N.p. Trist Middle School?
N.p. Trist Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does N.p. Trist Middle School offer ?
N.p. Trist Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is N.p. Trist Middle School part of?
N.p. Trist Middle School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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