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St. Bernard Middle School

Middle School · St. Bernard Parish

2601 Torres Drive, St. Bernard, LA 70085

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#669 of 1,288

In St. Bernard

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

St. Bernard Parish

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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St. Bernard Middle School

6.3/10

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

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About St. Bernard Middle School

St. Bernard Middle School is a public middle school in St. Bernard, LA, part of St.

Bernard Parish. St. Bernard Middle School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

St. Bernard Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St.

Bernard Middle School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.7% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,986
Chronic Absenteeism22%

St. Bernard Middle School — Students at St. Bernard Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
29.7%
ELA
46%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How St. Bernard Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in LA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

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

2601 Torres Drive, St. Bernard, LA 70085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Bernard Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. N.P. Trist Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Meraux), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Andrew Jackson Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Chalmette), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Bernard, see our St. Bernard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
J.F. Gauthier School St. Bernard 0.9 mi 6.1
W. Smith Jr. Elementary School Violet 1.7 mi 6.1
N.P. Trist Middle School Meraux 4.8 mi 6.3
Joseph J. Davies Elementary School Meraux 5.3 mi 8.0
Lacoste Elementary School Chalmette 6.4 mi 5.2
Chalmette High School Chalmette 6.5 mi 5.5
Belle Chasse Elementary School Belle Chasse 6.2 mi 8.5
Belle Chasse Primary School Belle Chasse 6.2 mi 7.2
OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL Chalmette 7.2 mi 7.5
Belle Chasse High School Belle Chasse 6.9 mi 7.8
Arlene Meraux Elementary School Chalmette 7.7 mi 3.6
Elan Academy Charter School New Orleans 7.3 mi 4.2
C.F. Rowley Alternative School Chalmette 7.9 mi 3.3
Chalmette Elementary School Chalmette 8.0 mi 5.0
Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School New Orleans 7.8 mi 5.0
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Belle Chasse 7.8 mi
Alice M Harte Elementary Charter School New Orleans 8.1 mi 4.9
Andrew Jackson Middle School Chalmette 8.5 mi 5.2
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish Terrytown 8.6 mi 2.4
Geraldine Boudreaux Elementary School Terrytown 8.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,940

Median Home Value

$150,300

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

4,952

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

33.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Lafayette Middle School Lafayette, LA 6.3
Pineville Elementary School Pineville, LA 6.3
Red River Junior High School Coushatta, LA 6.3
Richwood Junior High School Monroe, LA 6.2
Eunice Junior High School Eunice, LA 6.4
Leesville Junior High School Leesville, LA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Bernard Middle School

What grades does St. Bernard Middle School serve?

St. Bernard Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend St. Bernard Middle School?

St. Bernard Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Bernard Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Bernard Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Bernard Middle School rank in LA?

St. Bernard Middle School ranks #669 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Bernard Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Bernard 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 St. Bernard Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Bernard Middle School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Bernard Middle School a charter school?

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

Is St. Bernard Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Bernard Middle School?

69.3% of students at St. Bernard 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Bernard Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

District

St. Bernard Parish
District Enrollment
8,147
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,986
District Rank
#3 of 12

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