Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, Sterlington Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sterlington Middle School serves the northeast part of Monroe, LA, covering an area of approximately 61.8 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 5.4 miles, reaching up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sterlington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sterlington Middle School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Sterlington Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sterlington Middle School is 0.40, 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
#183 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
19%
42%
White
75%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sterlington Middle School's ranking?
Sterlington Middle School is ranked #183 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Sterlington Middle School often compared to?
Sterlington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ouachita Junior High School, Sterlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Sterlington Middle School?
418 students attend Sterlington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sterlington Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sterlington Middle School?
Sterlington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sterlington Middle School offer ?
Sterlington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sterlington Middle School part of?
Sterlington Middle School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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