Serving 355 students in grades 6-8, St. Bernard Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Bernard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
St. Bernard Middle School's student population of 355 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Bernard Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Bernard Middle School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#598 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
35%
41%
White
45%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Bernard Middle School's ranking?
St. Bernard Middle School is ranked #598 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
355 students attend St. Bernard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of St. Bernard Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Bernard Middle School offer ?
St. Bernard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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