Serving 286 students in grades 5-8, Port Barre 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Barre Middle School serves the southeast part of Port Barre, LA, covering an area of approximately 78 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Barre Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Barre 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 Port Barre Middle School is 0.44, 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
#558 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Black
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Barre Middle School's ranking?
Port Barre Middle School is ranked #558 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Port Barre Middle School often compared to?
Port Barre Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonville Elementary School, Park Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Port Barre Middle School?
286 students attend Port Barre Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Port Barre Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Barre Middle School?
Port Barre Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Port Barre Middle School offer ?
Port Barre Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Barre Middle School part of?
Port Barre Middle School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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