Best Schools in Marksville, Louisiana
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Marksville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Marksville Elementary School
Elementary · Avoyelles Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marksville High School
High · Avoyelles Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$155,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$155,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Marksville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marksville Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Marksville High School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $48,006
- Median home value
- $155,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Marksville compares
Median household income
$48k
82% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Marksville, Louisiana
Marksville, Louisiana is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Marksville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Marksville is Marksville Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Marksville is served by 1 school district: Avoyelles Parish. These districts collectively serve 5,007 students.
Marksville's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,006. The poverty rate in the area is 23.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 668 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 659 students · 7th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Marksville
Marksville, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,006
Median Home Value
$155,800
Median Rent
$774/mo
Population
11,494
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Community Profile
Marksville has a median household income of $48,006. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $155,800, with a median rent of $774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Marksville, Louisiana
How many schools are in Marksville, Louisiana?
Marksville has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marksville, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marksville is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Marksville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Marksville on MySchoolScout is Marksville Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marksville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marksville on MySchoolScout is Marksville Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Marksville, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Marksville on MySchoolScout is Marksville High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Marksville, Louisiana?
Marksville is served by 1 school district: Avoyelles Parish.
What is the education level in Marksville, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Marksville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Marksville, Louisiana?
The median household income in Marksville is approximately $48,006 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marksville, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marksville is 20.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marksville, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.