Serving 372 students in grades 5-6, Vernon 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 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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: 5-6
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Leesville, LA, encompassing approximately 1,341.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 21.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 32.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Middle School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon Middle School is 0.67, 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
#747 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
47%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-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 Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Vernon Middle School is ranked #747 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Elementary School, Rosepine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Vernon Middle School?
372 students attend Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Vernon Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Vernon Middle School?
Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vernon Middle School offer ?
Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vernon Middle School part of?
Vernon Middle School is part of Vernon Parish School District.
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