Serving 903 students in grades 6-8, Elm Grove 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 32% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elm Grove Middle School's student population of 903 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elm Grove 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 Elm Grove Middle School is 0.61, 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
#430 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
27%
41%
White
56%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Grove Middle School's ranking?
Elm Grove Middle School is ranked #430 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Elm Grove Middle School often compared to?
Elm Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cope Middle School, Haughton Middle School, Rusheon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Elm Grove Middle School?
903 students attend Elm Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Elm Grove Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Grove Middle School?
Elm Grove Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elm Grove Middle School offer ?
Elm Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elm Grove Middle School part of?
Elm Grove Middle School is part of Bossier Parish School District.
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