Serving 1,562 students in grades 9-12, Baton Rouge Magnet High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baton Rouge Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Baton Rouge Magnet High School's student population of 1,562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baton Rouge Magnet High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baton Rouge Magnet High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#17 out of 1237 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
30%
42%
White
40%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baton Rouge Magnet High School's ranking?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School is ranked #17 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Baton Rouge Magnet High School often compared to?
Baton Rouge Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee High School, Mckinley Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baton Rouge Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Baton Rouge Magnet High School is 99%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Baton Rouge Magnet High School?
1,562 students attend Baton Rouge Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Baton Rouge Magnet High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baton Rouge Magnet High School?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baton Rouge Magnet High School offer ?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Baton Rouge Magnet High School part of?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Baton Rouge Magnet High School located?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School is located in the Mid City South neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City South.
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