Serving 659 students in grades 7-12, Marksville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marksville High School's student population of 659 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marksville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marksville High School is 0.58, 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
#924 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
41%
41%
White
50%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
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 Marksville High School's ranking?
Marksville High School is ranked #924 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Marksville High School often compared to?
Marksville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avoyelles Public Charter School, Bunkie Magnet High School, Marksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marksville High School?
The graduation rate of Marksville High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Marksville High School?
659 students attend Marksville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marksville High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marksville High School?
Marksville High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marksville High School offer ?
Marksville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Marksville High School part of?
Marksville High School is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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