Serving 315 students in grades 6-8, Golden Meadow 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 28% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Golden Meadow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Golden Meadow Middle School's student population of 315 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1935
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
EXPECT THE BEST
Golden Meadow 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 Golden Meadow Middle School is 0.58, 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
#419 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
3%
41%
White
60%
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
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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What is Golden Meadow Middle School's ranking?
Golden Meadow Middle School is ranked #419 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Golden Meadow Middle School?
315 students attend Golden Meadow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Golden Meadow Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Meadow Middle School?
Golden Meadow Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golden Meadow Middle School offer ?
Golden Meadow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Meadow Middle School part of?
Golden Meadow Middle School is part of Lafourche Parish School District.
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