Buras Middle School serves 273 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 37% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
22%
41%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Buras Middle School?
273 students attend Buras Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Buras Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 15% of students are Asian.
What grades does Buras Middle School offer ?
Buras Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Buras Middle School part of?
Buras Middle School is part of Plaquemines Parish School District.
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