Serving 191 students in grades 6-8, Vinton 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 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vinton Middle School serves the west part of Vinton, LA, covering an area of approximately 197.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary reaching up to 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vinton Middle School's student population of 191 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Providing a Quality Education For All Students
School Rankings
Vinton 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 Vinton Middle School is 0.53, 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
#768 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinton Middle School's ranking?
Vinton Middle School is ranked #768 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Vinton Middle School often compared to?
Vinton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinton High 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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Vinton Middle School?
191 students attend Vinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Vinton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vinton Middle School?
Vinton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vinton Middle School offer ?
Vinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vinton Middle School part of?
Vinton Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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