Charles J. Colton Middle School serves 499 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
31 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
98%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Charles J. Colton Middle School?
499 students attend Charles J. Colton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Charles J. Colton Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Charles J. Colton Middle School offer ?
Charles J. Colton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles J. Colton Middle School part of?
Charles J. Colton Middle School is part of Orleans Parish School District.
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