Serving 487 students in grades 6-8, Capitol Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capitol Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Capitol Middle School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Capitol Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitol Middle School is 0.25, 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
#1227 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
86%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Capitol Middle School's ranking?
Capitol Middle School is ranked #1227 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Capitol Middle School often compared to?
Capitol Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Forest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Capitol Middle School?
487 students attend Capitol Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Capitol Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capitol Middle School?
Capitol Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capitol Middle School offer ?
Capitol Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol Middle School part of?
Capitol Middle School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol Middle School located?
Capitol Middle School is located in the Lobdell And Woodale neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lobdell And Woodale.
School Reviews
5 12/13/2006
I'm a former student at capitol middle I complete my 8th grade in may of 2006. Capitol middle is an amazing school I also was in the band and the band director was great he teach me how to read music within 1 hour and it has help me a lot in my first year of high school I am now in tara high marching band and thanks to the band director Mr.Myles at capitol middle I might have a chance to get a scholarship later on in my high school years.
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