Serving 641 students in grades 6-8, Edgar Martin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgar Martin Middle School serves the southern part of Lafayette, LA, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Students typically live about 1.5 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 2.9 miles away, making for a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgar Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Edgar Martin Middle School's student population of 641 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgar Martin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgar Martin Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#191 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgar Martin Middle School's ranking?
Edgar Martin Middle School is ranked #191 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Edgar Martin Middle School often compared to?
Edgar Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L.j. Alleman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Edgar Martin Middle School?
641 students attend Edgar Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Edgar Martin Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgar Martin Middle School?
Edgar Martin Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgar Martin Middle School offer ?
Edgar Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgar Martin Middle School part of?
Edgar Martin Middle School is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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