Serving 478 students in grades 2-5, St. Martin Steam Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Martinville Primary School serves the southwest part of its district in Saint Martinville, LA, covering an area of approximately 199.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 27.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Martin Steam Academy's student population of 478 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 127% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Martin Steam Academy 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 St. Martin Steam Academy is 0.57, 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
#705 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
55%
42%
White
36%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Martin Steam Academy's ranking?
St. Martin Steam Academy is ranked #705 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are St. Martin Steam Academy often compared to?
St. Martin Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Parks Primary School, Teche Elementary School, Breaux Bridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend St. Martin Steam Academy?
478 students attend St. Martin Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of St. Martin Steam Academy students are Black, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Martin Steam Academy?
St. Martin Steam Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Martin Steam Academy offer ?
St. Martin Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin Steam Academy part of?
St. Martin Steam Academy is part of St. Martin Parish School District.
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