Serving 800 students in grades 6-8, Gonzales 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 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonzales Middle School's student population of 800 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Gonzales 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 Gonzales Middle School is 0.58, 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
#860 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
60%
41%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Gonzales Middle School's ranking?
Gonzales Middle School is ranked #860 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Gonzales Middle School often compared to?
Gonzales Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dutchtown Middle School, Galvez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Gonzales Middle School?
800 students attend Gonzales Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Gonzales Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gonzales Middle School?
Gonzales Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gonzales Middle School offer ?
Gonzales Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gonzales Middle School part of?
Gonzales Middle School is part of Ascension Parish School District.
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