Serving 198 students in grades 6-8, Vinton 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 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vinton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vinton Middle School's student population of 198 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Providing a Quality Education For All Students
School Rankings
Vinton 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 Vinton Middle School is 0.49, 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
#768 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
15%
41%
White
69%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Vinton Middle School's ranking?
Vinton Middle School is ranked #768 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Vinton Middle School often compared to?
Vinton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinton High School by visitors of our site.
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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Vinton Middle School?
198 students attend Vinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Vinton Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vinton Middle School?
Vinton Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vinton Middle School offer ?
Vinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vinton Middle School part of?
Vinton Middle School is part of Calcasieu Parish School District.
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