Serving 459 students in grades 6-8, West Feliciana 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 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Feliciana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Feliciana Middle School's student population of 459 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Feliciana Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Feliciana Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
35%
42%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Feliciana Middle School's ranking?
West Feliciana Middle School is ranked #207 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are West Feliciana Middle School often compared to?
West Feliciana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baton Rouge Magnet High School, Mayfair Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend West Feliciana Middle School?
459 students attend West Feliciana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Feliciana Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Feliciana Middle School?
West Feliciana Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Feliciana Middle School offer ?
West Feliciana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Feliciana Middle School part of?
West Feliciana Middle School is part of West Feliciana Parish School District.
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