Middle Schools in Iberia Parish

The three public middle schools in Iberia Parish serve grades 7 and 8, and while they share a district ranked in the top 26% of Louisiana, they present a clear performance hierarchy that parents should carefully consider.

Belle Place Middle School is the standout performer, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the top 26% of Louisiana middle schools. It leads the district with 77% math and 80% ELA proficiency, and its 8th graders are exceptionally strong, scoring 74% in math and 87% in ELA—far above state averages. In contrast, Anderson Middle School faces the most significant challenges, with a 1-star rating and only 28% of 8th graders proficient in math, a critical weakness 24 points below the state average. Iberia Middle School sits in the middle with a 3-star rating, performing near district averages but showing a slight decline in its state rank over three years.

A key takeaway is that chronic absenteeism is a district-wide issue, with all three schools exceeding the state average of 22.5%. However, dropout rates are low across the board, suggesting schools retain students well. The data also shows a strong link between poverty rates and performance: Anderson has the highest free/reduced lunch rate (89.38%) and the lowest scores, while Belle Place has the lowest rate (66.67%) and the highest scores. For parents, Belle Place Middle School offers the strongest academic environment, while Anderson Middle School may require additional support, particularly in math.