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#535 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 42% in state

St. Martinville Primary School

Elementary School · St. Martin Parish

716 N. Main St., St. Martinville, LA 70582

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#535 of 1,288

In St. Martinville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

St. Martin Parish

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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St. Martinville Primary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in St. Martinville · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St. Martinville Senior High School

5.8/10

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5.2/10

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About St. Martinville Primary School

St. Martinville Primary School is a public elementary school in St. Martinville, LA, part of St.

Martin Parish. St. Martinville Primary School serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

St. Martinville Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for St.

Martinville Primary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,528
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

St. Martinville Primary School — Students at St. Martinville Primary School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 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
61%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
21%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How St. Martinville Primary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in LA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

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

716 N. Main St., St. Martinville, LA 70582

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Martinville Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coteau Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby New Iberia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martial Billeaud Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Broussard), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loreauville Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Loreauville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Martinville, see our St. Martinville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Martinville Senior High School St. Martinville 0.2 mi 5.8
Early Learning Center St. Martinville 1.2 mi 5.2
Central Southwest Alternative- St. Martinville Saint Martinville 2.3 mi
EVANGEL HOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Martinville 2.8 mi
St. Martinville Junior High School St. Martinville 2.8 mi 7.4
Parks Middle School St. Martinville 5.7 mi 6.6
Parks Primary School Parks 6.0 mi 5.4
Daspit Road Elementary School New Iberia 7.2 mi 5.9
Loreauville High School Loreauville 7.2 mi 7.7
Park Elementary School New Iberia 8.2 mi 6.5
Coteau Elementary School New Iberia 7.7 mi 8.0
Loreauville Elementary School Loreauville 7.6 mi 7.7
Anderson Middle School New Iberia 8.3 mi 7.7
EPIPHANY DAY SCHOOL New Iberia 8.4 mi 7.2
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Iberia 8.5 mi 6.0
Johnston Hopkins Elementary School New Iberia 8.5 mi 6.2
North Lewis Elementary School New Iberia 8.6 mi 7.2
ST EDWARD SCHOOL New Iberia 8.8 mi 6.6
Martial Billeaud Elementary School Broussard 7.7 mi 8.0
Breaux Bridge High School Breaux Bridge 8.9 mi 5.2

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 Primary School

What grades does St. Martinville Primary School serve?

St. Martinville Primary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend St. Martinville Primary School?

St. Martinville Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St. Martinville Primary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Martinville Primary School rank in LA?

St. Martinville Primary School ranks #535 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is St. Martinville Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Martinville Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Martinville Primary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Martinville Primary School a charter school?

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

Is St. Martinville Primary School a Title I school?

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

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

83.3% of students at St. Martinville Primary 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
St. Martin Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

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

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