Serving 640 students in grades 7-12, Marksville High 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 13% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marksville High School serves the northern part of Marksville, LA, covering an area of approximately 367 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 23.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marksville High School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Marksville High 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 High School is 0.61, 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
#983 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marksville High School's ranking?
Marksville High School is ranked #983 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Marksville High School often compared to?
Marksville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunkie Magnet High School, Avoyelles Public Charter School, Marksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marksville High School?
The graduation rate of Marksville High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Marksville High School?
640 students attend Marksville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marksville High School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marksville High School?
Marksville High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marksville High School offer ?
Marksville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marksville High School part of?
Marksville High School is part of Avoyelles Parish School District.
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