Serving 132 students in grades 5-6, Opelousas 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 7% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Street Elementary School serves the southwest part of Opelousas, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Opelousas Middle School's student population of 132 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Opelousas 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 Opelousas Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1183 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
91%
42%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Opelousas Middle School's ranking?
Opelousas Middle School is ranked #1183 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Opelousas Middle School often compared to?
Opelousas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Barre Elementary School, Plaisance Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Opelousas Middle School?
132 students attend Opelousas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Opelousas Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opelousas Middle School?
Opelousas Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Opelousas Middle School offer ?
Opelousas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Opelousas Middle School part of?
Opelousas Middle School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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