Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, J.b. Martin Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.b. Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J.b. Martin Middle School's student population of 750 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
750 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
J.b. Martin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.b. Martin Middle School is 0.48, 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
#213 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
7%
11%

Black
18%
41%

White
70%
41%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 J.b. Martin Middle School's ranking?
J.b. Martin Middle School is ranked #213 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are J.b. Martin Middle School often compared to?
J.b. Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R.k. Smith Middle School, Harry M. Hurst Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.b. Martin Middle School?
750 students attend J.b. Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of J.b. Martin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.b. Martin Middle School?
J.b. Martin Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.b. Martin Middle School offer ?
J.b. Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J.b. Martin Middle School part of?
J.b. Martin Middle School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.
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