Serving 754 students in grades 9-12, Peabody Magnet High 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peabody Magnet High School's student population of 754 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peabody Magnet High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peabody Magnet High School is 0.04, which is less 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
#849 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
42%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody Magnet High School's ranking?
Peabody Magnet High School is ranked #849 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Peabody Magnet High School often compared to?
Peabody Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bolton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peabody Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Peabody Magnet High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Peabody Magnet High School?
754 students attend Peabody Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Peabody Magnet High School students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peabody Magnet High School?
Peabody Magnet High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peabody Magnet High School offer ?
Peabody Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Peabody Magnet High School part of?
Peabody Magnet High School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 11/11/2013
it is a good school and they got the sprit of any high school in the world in Louisiana and they cherrleadrs are good and danceline
5 6/1/2012
Peabody Magnet is a wonderful school,with wonderful opportunities . Music,art,and sports are execellent and have been through the years.Since becoming a magnet school the academic programs are the best.The facilities are state of the art.
5 4/10/2012
Peabody Magnet is a wonderful school. It leads the district in developing young learners for the "real world". The above post don't realize that as a parent we have a choice. There are great teachers in the school both parents and students need to take advantage of the course offerings and the new rigorous courses!
2 6/8/2010
It's easy to get into trouble there and the kids there can be very messy. But if you really wanna consider going there i would suggest magnet and all honors classes.
2 4/20/2010
DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD TO THIS SCHOOL. IT IS HORRIBLE AND HAS THE WORST TEST SCORES.
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