Very Good
#339 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 26% in state
Rene A. Rost Middle School
Middle School · Vermilion Parish
112 West Sixth Street, Kaplan, LA 70548
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#339 of 1,288
In Kaplan
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#16 of 20
Vermilion Parish
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Rene A. Rost Middle School
Rene A. Rost Middle School is a public middle school in Kaplan, LA, part of Vermilion Parish. Rene A.
Rost Middle School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rene A. Rost Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #339 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Rene A. Rost Middle School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- LA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Rene A. Rost Middle School — Students at Rene A. Rost Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 8.3/10.
How Rene A. Rost Middle School Compares
See how Rene A. Rost 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
112 West Sixth Street, Kaplan, LA 70548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rene A. Rost Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Judice Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Duson), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Vermilion Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Maurice), a more accessible option. Additionally, J.H. Williams Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Abbeville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kaplan, see our Kaplan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,514
Median Home Value
$119,200
Median Rent
$786/mo
Population
9,077
College Educated
8.1%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
38.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Lockport Middle School Lockport, LA | 7.5 |
| Abita Springs Middle School Abita Springs, LA | 7.4 |
| Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria, LA | 7.6 |
| Berwick Junior High School Berwick, LA | 7.4 |
| Gramercy Elementary School Gramercy, LA | 7.4 |
| Judice Middle School Duson, LA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rene A. Rost Middle School
What grades does Rene A. Rost Middle School serve?
Rene A. Rost Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Rene A. Rost Middle School?
Rene A. Rost Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rene A. Rost Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rene A. Rost 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 Rene A. Rost Middle School rank in LA?
Rene A. Rost Middle School ranks #339 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Rene A. Rost Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rene A. Rost Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Rene A. Rost Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rene A. Rost Middle School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rene A. Rost Middle School a charter school?
No, Rene A. Rost Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rene A. Rost Middle School a Title I school?
No, Rene A. Rost Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rene A. Rost Middle School?
64.4% of students at Rene A. Rost 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
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Vermilion Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (337) 643-8545
Resources & Links
District
Vermilion Parish- District Enrollment
- 9,587
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,778
- District Rank
- #16 of 20
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