Serving 596 students in grades 5-8, Oaklawn 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 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oaklawn Junior High School serves the northeast part of Houma, LA, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oaklawn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Oaklawn Middle School's student population of 596 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Educate and Empower Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Oaklawn 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 Oaklawn Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#705 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
32%
11%
Black
35%
42%
White
22%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oaklawn Middle School's ranking?
Oaklawn Middle School is ranked #705 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Oaklawn Middle School often compared to?
Oaklawn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacache Middle School, Montegut Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Oaklawn Middle School?
596 students attend Oaklawn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Oaklawn Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oaklawn Middle School?
Oaklawn Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oaklawn Middle School offer ?
Oaklawn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oaklawn Middle School part of?
Oaklawn Middle School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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