Serving 396 students in grades 4-8, Rene A. Rost 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 36% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rene A. Rost Middle School's student population of 396 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rene A. Rost Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rene A. Rost Middle School is 0.46, 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
#393 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
15%
41%
White
72%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Rene A. Rost Middle School's ranking?
Rene A. Rost Middle School is ranked #393 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Rene A. Rost Middle School often compared to?
Rene A. Rost Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.h. Williams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Rene A. Rost Middle School?
396 students attend Rene A. Rost Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rene A. Rost Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rene A. Rost Middle School?
Rene A. Rost Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rene A. Rost Middle School offer ?
Rene A. Rost Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rene A. Rost Middle School part of?
Rene A. Rost Middle School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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