For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,327 students in Marksville, LA.
The top ranked public schools in Marksville, LA are Marksville Elementary School and Marksville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marksville, LA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Louisiana public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Marksville have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marksville, LA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marksville Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 West Waddil Street
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-7464
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-7464
Grades: PK-6
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Marksville High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
407 West Bon Tempt Street
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-9356
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-9356
Grades: 7-12
| 659 students
Marksville, Louisiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
152 Schoolhouse Road
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-8952
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 253-8952
Grades: 7-8
| 346 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marksville, LA?
The top ranked public schools in Marksville, LA include Marksville Elementary School and Marksville High School.
How many public schools are located in Marksville?
2 public schools are located in Marksville.
What is the racial composition of students in Marksville?
Marksville public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Marksville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marksville include: Marksville High School vs. Marksville Elementary School, Marksville Elementary School vs. Marksville High School
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