Serving 607 students in grades 5-8, Carencro 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 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Carencro Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Carencro Middle School's student population of 607 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Life Together, Learning Together
Carencro 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 Carencro Middle School is 0.62, 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
#806 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
55%
41%
White
24%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Carencro Middle School's ranking?
Carencro Middle School is ranked #806 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Carencro Middle School often compared to?
Carencro Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Middle School, Acadian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Carencro Middle School?
607 students attend Carencro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Carencro Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carencro Middle School?
Carencro Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carencro Middle School offer ?
Carencro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carencro Middle School part of?
Carencro Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I went to the school when it was first built. Fond memories. Would like to go back sometimes to reminisce.1 10/10/2025the only thing i am not going to miss about carencro middle is all the drama but iam going to miss my best friends1 10/10/2025There are a lot of gums under the tables. Bathrooms are really stunk every day.Review Carencro Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I went to the school when it was first built. Fond memories. Would like to go back sometimes to reminisce.
the only thing i am not going to miss about carencro middle is all the drama but iam going to miss my best friends
There are a lot of gums under the tables. Bathrooms are really stunk every day.
Review Carencro Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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