Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Lockport Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lockport Middle School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lockport Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockport Middle School is 0.34, 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
#255 out of 1237 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
3%
42%
White
81%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockport Middle School's ranking?
Lockport Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Lockport Middle School?
395 students attend Lockport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lockport Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockport Middle School?
Lockport Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lockport Middle School offer ?
Lockport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lockport Middle School part of?
Lockport Middle School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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