R.k. Smith Middle School

R.K. Smith Middle School serves 305 students in grades 6 through 8 in Luling, Louisiana, earning a composite score of 9.3 out of 10 — a rating that places it among the strongest public middle schools in the state. The school carries an Exceptional designation, driven by a 9.6 academic score and an 8.6 growth score that signals students are advancing well above expected pace.

Those numbers have real context. R.K. Smith ranks #8 of 219 middle schools in Louisiana and overall sits at #15 out of 1,288 public schools statewide — outperforming 99% of Louisiana schools.

For parents in Luling specifically, the picture is equally clear: it ranks first among all four public schools in the area. With a 9.0-to-1 student-teacher ratio, classes stay small enough for meaningful individual attention — a notable advantage during the middle school years when academic trajectories often diverge. R.K.

Smith is a regular public school, meaning these results reflect standard public enrollment with no selective admissions process. For families weighing middle school options in St. Charles Parish, the performance data makes a strong case.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, R.k. Smith Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, R.k. Smith Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.