Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, St. Bernard 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 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Bernard Middle School serves the west part of its district in Saint Bernard, LA, covering an area of approximately 52 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 5.6 miles, while the furthest edge is 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Bernard Middle School's student population of 319 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Bernard 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 St. Bernard Middle School is 0.66, 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
#630 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
47%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
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. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Bernard Middle School's ranking?
St. Bernard Middle School is ranked #630 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Bernard Middle School often compared to?
St. Bernard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like N.p. Trist Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Bernard Middle School?
319 students attend St. Bernard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of St. Bernard Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Bernard Middle School?
St. Bernard Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Bernard Middle School offer ?
St. Bernard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Bernard Middle School part of?
St. Bernard Middle School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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