Serving 761 students in grades 6-8, J.d. Meisler Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J.d. Meisler Middle School's student population of 761 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J.d. Meisler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.d. Meisler Middle School is 0.52, 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
#812 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
66%
11%
Black
19%
41%
White
10%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
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 J.d. Meisler Middle School's ranking?
J.d. Meisler Middle School is ranked #812 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.d. Meisler Middle School often compared to?
J.d. Meisler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Q. Adams Middle School, T.h. Harris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.d. Meisler Middle School?
761 students attend J.d. Meisler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of J.d. Meisler Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.d. Meisler Middle School?
J.d. Meisler Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.d. Meisler Middle School offer ?
J.d. Meisler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J.d. Meisler Middle School part of?
J.d. Meisler Middle School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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