Serving 245 students in grades 4-8, Parks 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 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Parks Middle School serves the northwest part of Saint Martinville, LA, covering an area of approximately 38.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parks Middle School's student population of 245 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parks 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 Parks Middle School is 0.56, 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
#710 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
One Team, One Goal!!!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parks Middle School's ranking?
Parks Middle School is ranked #710 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Parks Middle School often compared to?
Parks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teche Elementary School, Parks Primary School, St. Martinville Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Parks Middle School?
245 students attend Parks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Parks Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parks Middle School?
Parks Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parks Middle School offer ?
Parks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parks Middle School part of?
Parks Middle School is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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