Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Dutchtown Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutchtown 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Dutchtown Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dutchtown Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dutchtown Middle School is 0.63, 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
#86 out of 1251 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
54%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutchtown Middle School's ranking?
Dutchtown Middle School is ranked #86 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Dutchtown Middle School often compared to?
Dutchtown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Amant Middle School, Prairieville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Dutchtown Middle School?
601 students attend Dutchtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dutchtown Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutchtown Middle School?
Dutchtown Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dutchtown Middle School offer ?
Dutchtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dutchtown Middle School part of?
Dutchtown Middle School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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