Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, N.p. Trist Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: N.P. Trist Middle School serves the west part of Meraux, LA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
N.p. Trist Middle School's student population of 767 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
767 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Rankings
N.p. Trist Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of N.p. Trist Middle School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
28%
42%
White
51%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is N.p. Trist Middle School's ranking?
N.p. Trist Middle School is ranked #405 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend N.p. Trist Middle School?
767 students attend N.p. Trist Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of N.p. Trist Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of N.p. Trist Middle School?
N.p. Trist Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does N.p. Trist Middle School offer ?
N.p. Trist Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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