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#13 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 1% in state

Prairieville Middle School

Middle School · Ascension Parish

16200 Hwy 930, Prairieville, LA 70769

Enrollment

759

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

9.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#13 of 1,288

In Prairieville

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 31

Ascension Parish

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Prairieville Middle School

9.4/10

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

Sugar Mill Primary

8.9/10

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8.9/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Prairieville Middle School

Prairieville Middle School is a public middle school in Prairieville, LA, part of Ascension Parish. Prairieville Middle School serves approximately 759 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairieville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Prairieville Middle School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent35%
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.)65% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+35.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,108
Chronic Absenteeism5.8%

Prairieville Middle School — Students at Prairieville Middle School score 100% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 82.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 85.7% (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
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2018
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2019
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2025
Math
71.8%
ELA
79%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Prairieville Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in LA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.8%

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

16200 Hwy 930, Prairieville, LA 70769

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prairieville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bluff Middle School (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gonzales Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Gonzales), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dutchtown Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Geismar), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Prairieville, see our Prairieville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sugar Mill Primary Prairieville 1.7 mi 8.9
Prairieville Primary School Prairieville 1.5 mi 8.9
Oak Grove Primary School Prairieville 1.8 mi 9.2
Bullion Primary School Prairieville 2.0 mi 9.4
Bluff Ridge Primary Prairieville 2.7 mi 9.0
Duplessis Primary School Gonzales 2.9 mi 7.9
Bluff Middle School Prairieville 2.6 mi 9.4
Galvez Middle School Prairieville 3.1 mi 9.0
Dutchtown High School Geismar 3.8 mi 7.1
Dutchtown Middle School Geismar 3.9 mi 9.2
Central Primary School Gonzales 3.7 mi 8.2
Dutchtown Primary School Geismar 3.9 mi 8.9
Central Middle School Gonzales 3.7 mi 8.7
Galvez Primary School Prairieville 4.1 mi 7.9
Spanish Lake Primary School Geismar 4.4 mi 9.2
G. W. Carver Primary School Gonzales 5.0 mi 7.1
Gonzales Primary School Gonzales 5.1 mi 8.3
CROSS POINT BAPTIST SCHOOL Baton Rouge 5.0 mi 5.0
CROSSPOINT BAPTIST CHURCH Baton Rouge 5.0 mi 5.2
Gonzales Middle School Gonzales 6.0 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70769 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,707

Median Home Value

$295,200

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

48,074

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

34

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bluff Middle School Prairieville, LA 9.4
North DeSoto Middle School 6-8 Stonewall, LA 9.4
Gonzales Middle School Gonzales, LA 9.3
Tioga Junior High School Tioga, LA 9.3
Dutchtown Middle School Geismar, LA 9.2
F. K. White Middle School Lake Charles, LA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prairieville Middle School

What grades does Prairieville Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Prairieville Middle School?

Prairieville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 759 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Prairieville Middle School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prairieville Middle School rank in LA?

Prairieville Middle School ranks #13 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Prairieville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Prairieville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Prairieville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairieville Middle School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Prairieville Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Prairieville Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

34.5% of students at Prairieville 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ascension Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.8%

District

Ascension Parish
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,108
District Rank
#1 of 31

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