Martin Junior High School serves 102 students in grades 4-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-84% (which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-84% (which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 62% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
102 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)80-84%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)80-84%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
59%
41%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Martin Junior High School?
102 students attend Martin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Martin Junior High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Junior High School?
Martin Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martin Junior High School offer ?
Martin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Martin Junior High School part of?
Martin Junior High School is part of Catahoula Parish School District.
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