Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School serves 313 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
97%
41%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School?
313 students attend Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School offer ?
Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School part of?
Israel Meyer Augustine Middle School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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