Serving 490 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 16:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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 490 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 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 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. 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
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
23%
11%
Black
19%
41%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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?
490 students attend Edgar Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edgar Martin Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgar Martin Middle School?
Edgar Martin Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
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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