Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Scott 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 26% (which is lower 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 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Scott Middle School serves the northwest part of Scott, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 46.1 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-15 minute drive. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 9.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scott Middle School's student population of 629 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultures Unite, Minds Soar and Imaginations Ignite
School Rankings
Scott 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 Scott Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#666 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
11%
Black
33%
42%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott Middle School's ranking?
Scott Middle School is ranked #666 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Scott Middle School often compared to?
Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L.j. Alleman Middle School, Carencro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% 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 Scott Middle School?
629 students attend Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Scott Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott Middle School?
Scott Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scott Middle School offer ?
Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott Middle School part of?
Scott Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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