Excellent
#167 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 13% in state
Woodlawn Middle School
Middle School · East Baton Rouge Parish
14939 Tiger Bend Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#167 of 1,288
In Baton Rouge
#13 of 94
public schools
In district
#11 of 79
East Baton Rouge Parish
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Woodlawn Middle School
Middle School in Baton Rouge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Woodlawn Middle School
Woodlawn Middle School is a public middle school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Woodlawn Middle School serves approximately 842 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- LA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Woodlawn Middle School — Students at Woodlawn Middle School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
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: 7.2/10.
How Woodlawn Middle School Compares
See how Woodlawn 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
14939 Tiger Bend Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlawn Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Shenandoah Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Woodlawn Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,878
Median Home Value
$288,400
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
33,237
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
80.2%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40.5
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| Madisonville Junior High School Madisonville, LA | 8.2 |
| Ruston Junior High School Ruston, LA | 8.2 |
| Mandeville Middle Mandeville, LA | 8.1 |
| Edgar Martin Middle School Lafayette, LA | 8.3 |
| W. W. Lewis Middle School Sulphur, LA | 8.3 |
| Benton Intermediate School Benton, LA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodlawn Middle School
What grades does Woodlawn Middle School serve?
Woodlawn Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Woodlawn Middle School?
Woodlawn Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 842 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodlawn Middle School rank in LA?
Woodlawn Middle School ranks #167 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Woodlawn Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlawn Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Woodlawn Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodlawn Middle School a charter school?
No, Woodlawn Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodlawn Middle School a Title I school?
No, Woodlawn Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlawn Middle School?
54.6% of students at Woodlawn 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
- 842
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.6%
- Phone
- (225) 751-0436
Resources & Links
District
East Baton Rouge Parish- District Enrollment
- 42,590
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,471
- District Rank
- #11 of 79
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