Serving 516 students in grades 6-8, East Ouachita Middle School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Ouachita Middle School's student population of 516 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ouachita 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 East Ouachita Middle School is 0.55, 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
#565 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
56%
41%
White
37%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ouachita Middle School's ranking?
East Ouachita Middle School is ranked #565 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are East Ouachita Middle School often compared to?
East Ouachita Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sterlington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend East Ouachita Middle School?
516 students attend East Ouachita Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of East Ouachita Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ouachita Middle School?
East Ouachita Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Ouachita Middle School offer ?
East Ouachita Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Ouachita Middle School part of?
East Ouachita Middle School is part of Ouachita Parish School District.
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