J.b. Martin Middle School

434 South Street
Paradis, LA 70080
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 733 students in grades 6-8, J.b. Martin Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 733 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 20% in LA
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 45% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

J.b. Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

J.b. Martin Middle School's student population of 733 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
2024
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

J.b. Martin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.b. Martin Middle School is 0.48, 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)
#235 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
46%
34%
58%
42%
45%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
18%
42%
White
70%
41%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Cougars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is J.b. Martin Middle School's ranking?
J.b. Martin Middle School is ranked #235 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J.b. Martin Middle School?
733 students attend J.b. Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of J.b. Martin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% 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 J.b. Martin Middle School?
J.b. Martin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J.b. Martin Middle School offer ?
J.b. Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.b. Martin Middle School part of?
J.b. Martin Middle School is part of St. Charles Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 733 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 20%)
  • : 45% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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