Iberia Middle School

613 Weeks Island Road
New Iberia, LA 70560
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 405 students in grades 7-8, Iberia 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 45% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 23% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Iberia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Iberia Middle School's student population of 405 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing each student for a lifetime of learning.

School Rankings

Iberia 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 Iberia Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
#665 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
34%
45%
42%
23%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
41%
42%
White
37%
41%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iberia Middle School's ranking?
Iberia Middle School is ranked #665 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Iberia Middle School often compared to?
Iberia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Place Middle School, Anderson 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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Iberia Middle School?
405 students attend Iberia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Iberia Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iberia Middle School?
Iberia Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iberia Middle School offer ?
Iberia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iberia Middle School part of?
Iberia Middle School is part of Iberia Parish School District.

School Reviews

2   10/10/2025
Teachers need to give the students more time to turn in the assignments in.
- Posted by Parent - ricky

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 23% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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