Serving 174 students in grades 6, Newton Smith 6th Grade Center 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 was 35-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)35-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)35-39%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% LA state average).
How many students attend Newton Smith 6th Grade Center?
174 students attend Newton Smith 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Newton Smith 6th Grade Center students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton Smith 6th Grade Center?
Newton Smith 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton Smith 6th Grade Center offer ?
Newton Smith 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Newton Smith 6th Grade Center part of?
Newton Smith 6th Grade Center is part of Caddo Parish School District.
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.
