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#83 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 6% in state

Brusly Middle School

Middle School · West Baton Rouge Parish

630 North Vaughn Drive, Brusly, LA 70719

Enrollment

574

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#83 of 1,288

In Brusly

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

West Baton Rouge Parish

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Brusly Middle School

8.8/10

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

Brusly Upper Elementary School

9.0/10

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7.0/10

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About Brusly Middle School

Brusly Middle School is a public middle school in Brusly, LA, part of West Baton Rouge Parish. Brusly Middle School serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brusly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Brusly Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics10.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+66.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+59.1 pts
Overall Proficiency100% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+65.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,984
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Brusly Middle School — Students at Brusly Middle School score 100% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 69.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 42 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Brusly Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in LA
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

630 North Vaughn Drive, Brusly, LA 70719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brusly Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Helix Legal Academy (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Baton Rouge), with a very similar rating. Another option is Port Allen Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Port Allen), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKinley Middle Magnet School (rated 6.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Baton Rouge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brusly, see our Brusly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Brusly Upper Elementary School Brusly 0.0 mi 9.0
Brusly High School Brusly 0.1 mi 7.0
Lukeville Elementary School Brusly 0.9 mi 8.1
Brusly Elementary School Brusly 1.0 mi 8.0
THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LOUISIANA Addis 1.8 mi 5.0
Thrive Academy Baton Rouge 3.0 mi 6.3
Cohn Elementary School Port Allen 4.7 mi 6.8
Port Allen High School Port Allen 4.7 mi 7.2
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Port Allen 4.7 mi 5.2
LSU Laboratory School Baton Rouge 4.2 mi 7.5
Eva Legard Learning Center Baton Rouge 4.3 mi 5.4
McKinley Senior High School Baton Rouge 4.4 mi 3.1
EBR Virtual Academy Baton Rouge 4.7 mi 6.9
McKinley Middle Magnet School Baton Rouge 4.7 mi 6.6
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Baton Rouge 4.9 mi 6.3
ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baton Rouge 4.8 mi 6.2
Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy Baton Rouge 5.0 mi 4.7
Helix Legal Academy Baton Rouge 5.0 mi 8.9
Port Allen Elementary School Port Allen 5.2 mi 8.0
Port Allen Middle School Port Allen 5.2 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,231

Median Home Value

$235,700

Median Rent

$990/mo

Population

4,317

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

35.3

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J.B. Martin Middle School Paradis, LA 8.8
LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur, LA 8.8
Sherwood Middle Academic Academy Baton Rouge, LA 8.8
Harry M. Hurst Middle School Destrehan, LA 8.9
L.P. Monteleone Junior High School Mandeville, LA 8.9
Natchitoches Jr. High School Natchitoches, LA 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brusly Middle School

What grades does Brusly Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Brusly Middle School?

Brusly Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brusly Middle School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brusly Middle School rank in LA?

Brusly Middle School ranks #83 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Brusly Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brusly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Brusly Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brusly Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brusly Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Brusly Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

74.9% of students at Brusly 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
West Baton Rouge Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

West Baton Rouge Parish
District Enrollment
4,378
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,984
District Rank
#3 of 10

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