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#71 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 5% in state

Leblanc Middle School

Middle School · Calcasieu Parish

1100 N Crocker, Sulphur, LA 70663

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#71 of 1,288

In Sulphur

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#9 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Leblanc Middle School

8.8/10

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

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About Leblanc Middle School

Leblanc Middle School is a public middle school in Sulphur, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish. Leblanc Middle School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Leblanc Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Leblanc Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency94% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+60.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Leblanc Middle School — Students at Leblanc Middle School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 41 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
56%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Leblanc Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in LA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

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

1100 N Crocker, Sulphur, LA 70663

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leblanc Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. S. J. Welsh Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Charles), with a very similar rating. Another option is Maplewood Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, S. P. Arnett Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Westlake), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sulphur, see our Sulphur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children Sulphur 0.0 mi
E. K. Key Elementary School Sulphur 1.0 mi 8.9
Frasch Elementary School Sulphur 1.2 mi 8.4
Sulphur High School Sulphur 1.2 mi 6.5
W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur 1.7 mi 8.3
W. T. Henning Elementary School Sulphur 2.3 mi 6.1
Richard W. Vincent Elementary School Sulphur 2.2 mi 6.9
Cypress Cove Elementary School Sulphur 3.7 mi 8.1
LITTLE LEARNERS MONTESSORI Sulphur 3.8 mi
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur 4.0 mi 8.7
Maplewood Elementary Sulphur 4.0 mi 5.8
Vincent Settlement Elementary School Sulphur 7.1 mi 7.6
Western Heights Elementary School Westlake 6.7 mi 7.3
Westlake High School Westlake 7.0 mi 7.4
Westwood Elementary School Westlake 7.3 mi 9.5
S. P. Arnett Middle School Westlake 7.6 mi 8.4
Alfred M. Barbe High School Lake Charles 8.9 mi 6.9
Prien Lake Elementary School Lake Charles 8.9 mi 9.2
St. John Elementary School Lake Charles 9.4 mi 6.6
S. J. Welsh Middle School Lake Charles 9.6 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,444

Median Home Value

$174,300

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

29,511

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

37.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
R.K. Smith Middle School Luling, LA 8.8
L.P. Monteleone Junior High School Mandeville, LA 8.9
Natchitoches Jr. High School Natchitoches, LA 8.9
Maplewood Middle School Sulphur, LA 8.7
Neville Junior High School Monroe, LA 9.0
Albert Cammon Middle School St. Rose, LA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leblanc Middle School

What grades does Leblanc Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Leblanc Middle School?

Leblanc Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Leblanc Middle School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leblanc Middle School rank in LA?

Leblanc Middle School ranks #71 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Leblanc Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leblanc 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 Leblanc Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leblanc Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leblanc Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Leblanc Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

59.1% of students at Leblanc 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

Calcasieu Parish
District Enrollment
29,282
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,724
District Rank
#9 of 55

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