Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Harry M. Hurst 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry M. Hurst 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
Harry M. Hurst Middle School's student population of 732 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Harry M. Hurst Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry M. Hurst Middle School is 0.59, 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
#244 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
22%
41%
White
59%
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
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Harry M. Hurst Middle School's ranking?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School is ranked #244 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Harry M. Hurst Middle School often compared to?
Harry M. Hurst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R.k. Smith Middle School, Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School, Albert Cammon 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 34% LA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Harry M. Hurst Middle School?
732 students attend Harry M. Hurst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Harry M. Hurst Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry M. Hurst Middle School?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry M. Hurst Middle School offer ?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harry M. Hurst Middle School part of?
Harry M. Hurst Middle School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.
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