Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School's student population of 196 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School is 0.38, 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
#270 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
8%
42%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Natchitoches Parish School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School's ranking?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School is ranked #270 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School?
196 students attend Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School offer ?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School part of?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School is part of Natchitoches Parish School District.
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