Serving 556 students in grades 6-8, St. Amant 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 33% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Amant Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Amant Middle School's student population of 556 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Amant 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 St. Amant Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
27%
41%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Amant Middle School's ranking?
St. Amant Middle School is ranked #400 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Amant Middle School often compared to?
St. Amant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchtown Middle School, Prairieville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Amant Middle School?
556 students attend St. Amant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of St. Amant Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Amant Middle School?
St. Amant Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Amant Middle School offer ?
St. Amant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is St. Amant Middle School part of?
St. Amant Middle School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
School Reviews
2 11/4/2007
The academic status of this school is average. Some of the teachers expectations are high, while others just give you work to do. There are a few extracurricular activities, but not as many as I expected. Parental involvement in this school is good.
2 2/14/2007
Dress code is very strictly enforced!
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