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#668 of 1,288 schools in LA
N.p. Trist Middle School
Middle School · St. Bernard Parish
1 Pirates Cove, Meraux, LA 70075
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#668 of 1,288
In Meraux
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
St. Bernard Parish
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N.p. Trist Middle School
Middle School in Meraux · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About N.p. Trist Middle School
N.p. Trist Middle School is a public middle school in Meraux, LA, part of St. Bernard Parish.
N.p. Trist Middle School serves approximately 778 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. N.p.
Trist Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #668 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for N.p. Trist Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- LA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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N.p. Trist Middle School — Students at N.p. Trist Middle School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.6/10.
How N.p. Trist Middle School Compares
See how N.p. Trist Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Pirates Cove, Meraux, LA 70075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering N.p. Trist Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. St. Bernard Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby St. Bernard), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Andrew Jackson Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Chalmette), a more accessible option. For more schools in Meraux, see our Meraux schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,537
Median Home Value
$225,800
Population
5,349
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about N.p. Trist Middle School
What grades does N.p. Trist Middle School serve?
N.p. Trist Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend N.p. Trist Middle School?
N.p. Trist Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 778 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at N.p. Trist Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at N.p. Trist Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does N.p. Trist Middle School rank in LA?
N.p. Trist Middle School ranks #668 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is N.p. Trist Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
N.p. Trist Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 N.p. Trist Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, N.p. Trist Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is N.p. Trist Middle School a charter school?
No, N.p. Trist Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is N.p. Trist Middle School a Title I school?
No, N.p. Trist Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for N.p. Trist Middle School?
56.3% of students at N.p. Trist 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 778
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Bernard Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (504) 872-9402
Resources & Links
District
St. Bernard Parish- District Enrollment
- 8,147
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,986
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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