There were 487 eighth grade students enrolled in St. Martin Parish schools in the 2023-24 school year, 10.3% less than the previous year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
Cecilia Junior High School welcomed the most eighth grade students in the parish.
Within St. Martin Parish schools, the most students were found in second grade classes, while 12th grade classes were the smallest.
Statewide, St. Martin Parish ranked 24th highest in enrollment numbers, the same as the year before.
Louisiana’s education system was considered one of the worst in the U.S., according to a WalletHub analysis. The state was ranked 47th overall, based on class size, student performance, funding, school safety, and teacher qualifications.
St. Martin Parish Enrollment by Grade – Yearly Comparison
Enrollment by Grade in St. Martin Parish Schools for 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Number of 8th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cecilia Junior High School | 200 | 34.3% | 583 |
| Breaux Bridge Junior High School | 113 | 33.1% | 341 |
| St. Martinville Junior High School | 96 | 31.3% | 307 |
| Parks Middle School | 66 | 23.9% | 276 |
| Stephensville Elementary School | 12 | 11.7% | 103 |
