Serving 826 students in grades 6-8, Southeast 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Middle School serves the southeast part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 17.5 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Middle School's student population of 826 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
826 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Southeast 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 Southeast Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1057 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
61%
42%
White
4%
41%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Middle School's ranking?
Southeast Middle School is ranked #1057 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Southeast Middle School often compared to?
Southeast Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn 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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Southeast Middle School?
826 students attend Southeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Southeast Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Middle School?
Southeast Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeast Middle School offer ?
Southeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Middle School part of?
Southeast Middle School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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