Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, Prairieville Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Prairieville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Prairieville Middle School's student population of 770 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
Prairieville Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairieville Middle School is 0.47, 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
#38 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
15%
41%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Prairieville Middle School is ranked #38 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Prairieville Middle School often compared to?
Prairieville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Amant Middle School, Dutchtown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Prairieville Middle School?
770 students attend Prairieville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Prairieville Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prairieville Middle School?
Prairieville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairieville Middle School offer ?
Prairieville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prairieville Middle School part of?
Prairieville Middle School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 3/23/2020The school has good clubs and teachers.5 3/23/2020This is the best school in the world.5 1/29/2020Prairieville middle school was the best I've ever attended great teacher's, awesome staff, and great guidelines.5 2/26/2018Prairieville middle school is an amazing school and has great teachers. The teachers are not mean but are sometimes strict but that helps us focus better to where we can learn. This is a great school for children to go to and I recommend it.5 5/17/2016This is my 3rd year at Prairieville Middle School, and I have loved every year! I have amazing teachers who help me whenever I need it, and great classmates. I know the lunches aren't likable, but that's not going to keep you from learning. Overall, Great teachers, great scores, great students, GREAT SCHOOL!5 10/5/2010My son Has gone to Prairieville Middle for 3 years. We believe the school to be very good. He is doing quite well and thank his Teachers for all thier support. Yes we Have a a Few bumps in the road but we (Faculty, Teachers and his parents) all worked together for solutions to best help my son and his eductions.2 10/5/2010Horrible school even though scores are good. No extracurriculars, if you want to do clubs, you go during classes, no choice whatsoever, HORRIBLE TEACHERS!!!!!!2 9/8/2009Teachers are mean. Students are treated like prison inmates. Administrators do not respect parents. Do not send your child to this schoolReview Prairieville Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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The school has good clubs and teachers.
This is the best school in the world.
Prairieville middle school was the best I've ever attended great teacher's, awesome staff, and great guidelines.
Prairieville middle school is an amazing school and has great teachers. The teachers are not mean but are sometimes strict but that helps us focus better to where we can learn. This is a great school for children to go to and I recommend it.
This is my 3rd year at Prairieville Middle School, and I have loved every year! I have amazing teachers who help me whenever I need it, and great classmates. I know the lunches aren't likable, but that's not going to keep you from learning. Overall, Great teachers, great scores, great students, GREAT SCHOOL!
My son Has gone to Prairieville Middle for 3 years. We believe the school to be very good. He is doing quite well and thank his Teachers for all thier support. Yes we Have a a Few bumps in the road but we (Faculty, Teachers and his parents) all worked together for solutions to best help my son and his eductions.
Horrible school even though scores are good. No extracurriculars, if you want to do clubs, you go during classes, no choice whatsoever, HORRIBLE TEACHERS!!!!!!
Teachers are mean. Students are treated like prison inmates. Administrators do not respect parents. Do not send your child to this school
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