Serving 583 students in grades 6-8, Rusheon 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 11% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rusheon Middle School's student population of 583 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Rusheon 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 Rusheon Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1118 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
32%
11%
Black
55%
42%
White
11%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rusheon Middle School's ranking?
Rusheon Middle School is ranked #1118 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Rusheon Middle School often compared to?
Rusheon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cope Middle School, Elm Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Rusheon Middle School?
583 students attend Rusheon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rusheon Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rusheon Middle School?
Rusheon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rusheon Middle School offer ?
Rusheon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rusheon Middle School part of?
Rusheon Middle School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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