Serving 231 students in grades 4-6, Carolyn Park 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 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carolyn Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Carolyn Park Middle School's student population of 231 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
At CPMS, our goal is to develop students' social, moral and intellectual abilities to reach their full potential, striving to become productive citizens.
School Rankings
Carolyn Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carolyn Park Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#698 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
43%
41%
White
29%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Carolyn Park Middle School's ranking?
Carolyn Park Middle School is ranked #698 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Carolyn Park Middle School?
231 students attend Carolyn Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Carolyn Park Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carolyn Park Middle School?
Carolyn Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolyn Park Middle School offer ?
Carolyn Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carolyn Park Middle School part of?
Carolyn Park Middle School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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