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#524 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 41% in state
Westdale Middle School
Middle School · East Baton Rouge Parish
5650 Claycut Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#524 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#28 of 94
public schools
In district
#23 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Westdale Middle School
Westdale Middle School is a public middle school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Westdale Middle School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westdale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Westdale Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- LA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Westdale Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
48% of students at Westdale Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Westdale Middle School — Students at Westdale Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 5.7/10.
How Westdale Middle School Compares
See how Westdale 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
5650 Claycut Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westdale Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baton Rouge Magnet High School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,430
Median Home Value
$321,400
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
28,551
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
42.9%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
34.5
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| Morgan City Junior High School Morgan City, LA | 6.8 |
| Ridgewood Middle School Shreveport, LA | 6.8 |
| Juban Parc Junior High School Denham Springs, LA | 6.7 |
| Bayou Blue Middle School Houma, LA | 6.9 |
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| Good Hope Middle School West Monroe, LA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westdale Middle School
What grades does Westdale Middle School serve?
Westdale Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Westdale Middle School?
Westdale Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westdale Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westdale Middle School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westdale Middle School rank in LA?
Westdale Middle School ranks #524 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Westdale Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westdale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Westdale Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westdale Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westdale Middle School a charter school?
No, Westdale Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westdale Middle School a Title I school?
No, Westdale Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westdale Middle School?
64.6% of students at Westdale 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
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (225) 924-1308
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #23 of 79
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