Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, N.p. Trist Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (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 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
N.p. Trist Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
N.p. Trist Middle School's student population of 778 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
N.p. Trist Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of N.p. Trist Middle School is 0.64, 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
#337 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
53%
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
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 N.p. Trist Middle School's ranking?
N.p. Trist Middle School is ranked #337 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are N.p. Trist Middle School often compared to?
N.p. Trist Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Bernard Middle School, Belle Chasse Middle School, Andrew Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% 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 N.p. Trist Middle School?
778 students attend N.p. Trist Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of N.p. Trist Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of N.p. Trist Middle School?
N.p. Trist Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does N.p. Trist Middle School offer ?
N.p. Trist Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is N.p. Trist Middle School part of?
N.p. Trist Middle School is part of St. Bernard Parish School District.
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