Serving 306 students in grades 1-3, Martin Petitjean 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Petitjean Elementary School serves the southeast part of Rayne, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 46.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Petitjean Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martin Petitjean 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 Martin Petitjean Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#827 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
46%
42%
White
40%
41%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Petitjean Elementary School's ranking?
Martin Petitjean Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Martin Petitjean Elementary School often compared to?
Martin Petitjean Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Martin Petitjean Elementary School?
306 students attend Martin Petitjean Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Martin Petitjean Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Petitjean Elementary School?
Martin Petitjean Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin Petitjean Elementary School offer ?
Martin Petitjean Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Petitjean Elementary School part of?
Martin Petitjean Elementary School is part of Acadia Parish School District.
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