Serving 303 students in grades 6-8, R.k. Smith 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 30% (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 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: R.K. Smith Middle School serves the northwest part of Luling, LA, covering an attendance area of approximately 28.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
R.k. Smith Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
R.k. Smith 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 R.k. Smith Middle School is 0.54, 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
#446 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 R.k. Smith Middle School's ranking?
R.k. Smith Middle School is ranked #446 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are R.k. Smith Middle School often compared to?
R.k. Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.b. Martin Middle School, Harry M. Hurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% 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 R.k. Smith Middle School?
303 students attend R.k. Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of R.k. Smith Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R.k. Smith Middle School?
R.k. Smith Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does R.k. Smith Middle School offer ?
R.k. Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R.k. Smith Middle School part of?
R.k. Smith Middle School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Do not go to that school they do not care if you are mad, they will just get you more mad and boys are not able to go to the bathroom they are but only 2 times a day.
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