Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, L.h. Marrero Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L.h. Marrero Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
L.h. Marrero Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
L.h. Marrero Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L.h. Marrero Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#716 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
34%
11%
Black
45%
41%
White
14%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L.h. Marrero Middle School's ranking?
L.h. Marrero Middle School is ranked #716 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are L.h. Marrero Middle School often compared to?
L.h. Marrero Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry S Truman School, Livaudais Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend L.h. Marrero Middle School?
757 students attend L.h. Marrero Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of L.h. Marrero Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L.h. Marrero Middle School?
L.h. Marrero Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does L.h. Marrero Middle School offer ?
L.h. Marrero Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L.h. Marrero Middle School part of?
L.h. Marrero Middle School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 2/7/2022
The school is amazing. The teachers are really helpful and the student is nice. Plus the school looks lovely.
5 5/12/2016
This school has the best teachers they are very highly educated.But it's not just the teachers that help the school better it's the students to.but I only have one problem with the school that prevents learning in a class room they have a huge rat/mice problem and it's not getting taken care of my the school board or principle/vice principal.'?
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