Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School

Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 30% in LA
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School's student population of 226 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School is 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#270 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
34%
50-54%
42%
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
8%
41%
White
79%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School's ranking?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School is ranked #270 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School?
226 students attend Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School offer ?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School part of?
Marthaville Elementary & Junior High School is part of Natchitoches Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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