Serving 392 students in grades 5-8, Sunset 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 14% (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 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunset Middle School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset 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 Sunset Middle School is 0.61, 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
#905 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
51%
41%
White
34%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Middle School's ranking?
Sunset Middle School is ranked #905 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Sunset Middle School often compared to?
Sunset Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Plaisance Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% 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 Sunset Middle School?
392 students attend Sunset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sunset Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Middle School?
Sunset Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sunset Middle School offer ?
Sunset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Middle School part of?
Sunset Middle School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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