Middle Schools in Acadia Parish

The middle schools in Acadia Parish, Louisiana serve students in grades 6-8 and include 4 schools: Crowley Middle School, Armstrong Middle School, Iota Middle School, and Church Point Middle School. The data reveals significant performance differences between these schools, with Iota Middle School consistently ranking among the top 15% of middle schools in Louisiana and outperforming the other schools and district/state averages on standardized tests.

Iota Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school, with 77% of students scoring proficient or better in Math and 84% in English Language Arts, compared to 65% and 72% in Acadia Parish and 59% and 69% statewide. In contrast, Crowley Middle School is the lowest-performing, ranking in the bottom 25% of Louisiana middle schools and with only 38-53% of students scoring proficient or better. The schools also exhibit significant differences in their racial and socioeconomic demographics, with Iota Middle School serving a more affluent and predominantly white student population.

The data highlights the importance of equitable access to high-quality education, as the substantial gaps in academic achievement between the schools could have long-term implications for the students and the community. Further investigation may be warranted to understand the specific factors contributing to Iota Middle School's success, which could provide valuable insights for improving outcomes at the other middle schools in Acadia Parish.