Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, F. K. White Middle School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F. K. White Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
F. K. White Middle School's student population of 645 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Motto
Desire, Discipline, Dedication Every Day! No Excuses!
School Rankings
F. K. White Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F. K. White Middle School is 0.68, 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
#570 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
45%
41%
White
29%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 F. K. White Middle School's ranking?
F. K. White Middle School is ranked #570 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are F. K. White Middle School often compared to?
F. K. White Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like S. J. Welsh Middle School, Moss Bluff Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend F. K. White Middle School?
645 students attend F. K. White Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of F. K. White Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of F. K. White Middle School?
F. K. White Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does F. K. White Middle School offer ?
F. K. White Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is F. K. White Middle School part of?
F. K. White Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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