Serving 525 students in grades 6-8, Erath Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erath Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Erath Middle School's student population of 525 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Erath Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Erath Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#156 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
9%
41%
White
81%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erath Middle School's ranking?
Erath Middle School is ranked #156 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Erath Middle School often compared to?
Erath Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forked Island/e. Broussard Elementary School, North Vermilion Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Erath Middle School?
525 students attend Erath Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Erath Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erath Middle School?
Erath Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Erath Middle School offer ?
Erath Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Erath Middle School part of?
Erath Middle School is part of Vermilion Parish School District.
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