Serving 369 students in grades 6-8, Lockport 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 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lockport Middle School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Lockport 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 Lockport Middle School is 0.34, 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
#224 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
3%
41%
White
81%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lockport Middle School's ranking?
Lockport Middle School is ranked #224 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Lockport Middle School?
369 students attend Lockport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lockport Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockport Middle School?
Lockport Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockport Middle School offer ?
Lockport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockport Middle School part of?
Lockport Middle School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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