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#364 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 28% in state

St. Martinville Junior High School

Middle School · St. Martin Parish

7190 Main Hwy, St. Martinville, LA 70582

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#364 of 1,288

In St. Martinville

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 15

St. Martin Parish

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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St. Martinville Junior High School

7.4/10

Middle School in St. Martinville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St. Martinville Junior High School

St. Martinville Junior High School is a public middle school in St. Martinville, LA, part of St.

Martin Parish. St. Martinville Junior High School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

St. Martinville Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St.

Martinville Junior High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • LA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

St. Martinville Junior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

32% of students at St. Martinville Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,528
Chronic Absenteeism32%

St. Martinville Junior High School — Students at St. Martinville Junior High School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 41 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
33%
2025
Math
24.3%
ELA
33.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How St. Martinville Junior High School Compares

See how St. Martinville Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in LA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7190 Main Hwy, St. Martinville, LA 70582

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Martinville Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Coteau Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby New Iberia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Martial Billeaud Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Broussard), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Anderson Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby New Iberia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Martinville, see our St. Martinville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
EVANGEL HOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Martinville 0.7 mi
Early Learning Center St. Martinville 1.6 mi 5.2
St. Martinville Primary School St. Martinville 2.8 mi 6.8
St. Martinville Senior High School St. Martinville 3.0 mi 5.8
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville Saint Martinville 3.1 mi
Daspit Road Elementary School New Iberia 5.1 mi 5.9
Park Elementary School New Iberia 5.5 mi 6.5
Coteau Elementary School New Iberia 5.1 mi 8.0
Anderson Middle School New Iberia 5.8 mi 7.7
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School New Iberia 6.0 mi 6.2
EPIPHANY DAY SCHOOL New Iberia 6.0 mi 7.2
ST EDWARD SCHOOL New Iberia 6.4 mi 6.6
Sugarland Elementary School New Iberia 6.5 mi 5.0
Westgate High School New Iberia 6.5 mi 4.0
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Iberia 6.4 mi 6.0
North Lewis Elementary School New Iberia 6.6 mi 7.2
Pesson Addition Elementary School New Iberia 6.9 mi 6.5
Center Street Elementary School New Iberia 7.1 mi 5.3
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Iberia 7.2 mi 5.8
Martial Billeaud Elementary School Broussard 6.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70582 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,690

Median Home Value

$149,100

Median Rent

$787/mo

Population

19,159

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Martinville Junior High School

What grades does St. Martinville Junior High School serve?

St. Martinville Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend St. Martinville Junior High School?

St. Martinville Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Martinville Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Martinville Junior High School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Martinville Junior High School rank in LA?

St. Martinville Junior High School ranks #364 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Martinville Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Martinville Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St. Martinville Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Martinville Junior High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Martinville Junior High School a charter school?

No, St. Martinville Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St. Martinville Junior High School a Title I school?

No, St. Martinville Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Martinville Junior High School?

79.0% of students at St. Martinville Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
St. Martin Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

District

St. Martin Parish
District Enrollment
7,216
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,528
District Rank
#3 of 15

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