Excellent
#111 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 9% in state
Port Allen Middle School
Middle School · West Baton Rouge Parish
610 Rosedale Street, Port Allen, LA 70767
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#111 of 1,288
In Port Allen
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
West Baton Rouge Parish
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Port Allen Middle School
Port Allen Middle School is a public middle school in Port Allen, LA, part of West Baton Rouge Parish. Port Allen Middle School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Allen Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Port Allen Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- LA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Port Allen Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Port Allen Middle School — Students at Port Allen Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Port Allen Middle School Compares
See how Port Allen 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
610 Rosedale Street, Port Allen, LA 70767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port Allen Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Helix Legal Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Baton Rouge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McKinley Middle Magnet School (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Baton Rouge), a more accessible option. Additionally, Eva Legard Learning Center (rated 5.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Baton Rouge), a more accessible option. For more schools in Port Allen, see our Port Allen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,964
Median Home Value
$197,100
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
15,116
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
43.2
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| Albert Cammon Middle School St. Rose, LA | 8.6 |
| Sixth Ward Middle School Thibodaux, LA | 8.5 |
| Folsom Junior High School Folsom, LA | 8.4 |
| B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School Baldwin, LA | 8.3 |
| Franklin Junior High School Franklin, LA | 8.3 |
| N.S.U. Middle Lab School Natchitoches, LA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port Allen Middle School
What grades does Port Allen Middle School serve?
Port Allen Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Port Allen Middle School?
Port Allen Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Allen Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Port Allen Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Port Allen Middle School rank in LA?
Port Allen Middle School ranks #111 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Port Allen Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Port Allen Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Port Allen Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Allen Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Port Allen Middle School a charter school?
No, Port Allen Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port Allen Middle School a Title I school?
No, Port Allen Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Allen Middle School?
93.1% of students at Port Allen 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
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- West Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (225) 383-5777
Resources & Links
District
West Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 4,378
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,984
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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