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Armstrong Middle School

Middle School · Acadia Parish

700 Martin Luther King Drive, Rayne, LA 70578

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#833 of 1,288

In Rayne

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#17 of 27

Acadia Parish

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Armstrong Middle School

5.6/10

Middle School in Rayne · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Central Rayne Kindergarten School

5.0/10

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6.7/10

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About Armstrong Middle School

Armstrong Middle School is a public middle school in Rayne, LA, part of Acadia Parish. Armstrong Middle School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Armstrong Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #833 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Armstrong Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • LA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Armstrong Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,428
Chronic Absenteeism35.1%

Armstrong Middle School — Students at Armstrong Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2025
Math
18.7%
ELA
27.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Armstrong Middle School Compares

See how Armstrong Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in LA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

Location

700 Martin Luther King Drive, Rayne, LA 70578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Armstrong Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Indian Bayou Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 8.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Duson Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Duson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles M. Burke Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Duson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rayne, see our Rayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Rayne Kindergarten School Rayne 0.5 mi 5.0
Rayne High School Rayne 0.5 mi 6.7
RAYNE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY Rayne 1.0 mi 5.6
Martin Petitjean Elementary School Rayne 1.3 mi 5.4
South Rayne Elementary School Rayne 1.4 mi 7.3
Duson Elementary School Duson 5.6 mi 8.8
AMIKids Acadiana Branch 6.3 mi 4.4
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Crowley 5.8 mi 5.8
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crowley 5.9 mi 5.5
Mire Elementary School Rayne 6.1 mi 6.7
ST MICHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crowley 5.9 mi 4.1
Branch Elementary School Branch 7.1 mi 7.2
South Crowley Elementary School Crowley 6.5 mi 4.9
Crowley Kindergarten School Crowley 6.4 mi 4.2
Crowley Middle School Crowley 6.7 mi 4.9
North Crowley Elementary School Crowley 7.0 mi 4.5
Charles M. Burke Elementary School Duson 7.6 mi 7.5
Indian Bayou Elementary School Rayne 8.5 mi 9.1
Ross Elementary School Crowley 7.5 mi 4.2
Crowley High School Crowley 7.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,531

Median Home Value

$153,800

Median Rent

$845/mo

Population

16,279

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

74.6%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

24.9%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Armstrong Middle School

What grades does Armstrong Middle School serve?

Armstrong Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Armstrong Middle School?

Armstrong Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Middle School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Armstrong Middle School rank in LA?

Armstrong Middle School ranks #833 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Armstrong Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Armstrong Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Armstrong Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Armstrong Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Armstrong Middle School a charter school?

No, Armstrong Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Armstrong Middle School a Title I school?

No, Armstrong Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armstrong Middle School?

81.7% of students at Armstrong Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Acadia Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

District

Acadia Parish
District Enrollment
9,459
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,428
District Rank
#17 of 27

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