Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marksville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marksville Elementary School serves the northeast part of Marksville, LA, covering an area of approximately 185.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 23.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marksville Elementary School's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marksville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marksville Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#932 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
11%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
School approved colors for garments
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marksville Elementary School's ranking?
Marksville Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Marksville Elementary School often compared to?
Marksville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafargue Elementary School, Marksville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Marksville Elementary School?
625 students attend Marksville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Marksville Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marksville Elementary School?
Marksville Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marksville Elementary School offer ?
Marksville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marksville Elementary School part of?
Marksville Elementary School is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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