Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Glasgow 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 44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glasgow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glasgow Middle School's student population of 550 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glasgow 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 Glasgow Middle School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
56%
41%
White
13%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glasgow Middle School's ranking?
Glasgow Middle School is ranked #509 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Glasgow Middle School often compared to?
Glasgow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westdale 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Glasgow Middle School?
550 students attend Glasgow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Glasgow Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glasgow Middle School?
Glasgow Middle School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glasgow Middle School offer ?
Glasgow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glasgow Middle School part of?
Glasgow Middle School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Glasgow Middle School located?
Glasgow Middle School is located in the Highlands And Perkins neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 14 other public schools located in Highlands And Perkins.
School Reviews
4 2/21/2019
This is an awesome school that has many opportunities for children if they desire to play an instrument, or draw, or be involved in drama. There are way more options than that like the sports and different clubs they have.
5 3/29/2014
I am trying to send my daughter to Glasgow fall of 2014
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