Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Edgar Martin Middle 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 41% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgar Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edgar Martin Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
513 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Edgar Martin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar Martin 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 1251 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
8%
2%

Hispanic
19%
11%

Black
20%
41%

White
49%
41%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar Martin Middle School's ranking?
Edgar Martin Middle School is ranked #305 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Edgar Martin Middle School often compared to?
Edgar Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L.j. Alleman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Edgar Martin Middle School?
513 students attend Edgar Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edgar Martin Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgar Martin Middle School?
Edgar Martin Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edgar Martin Middle School offer ?
Edgar Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edgar Martin Middle School part of?
Edgar Martin Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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