Serving 1,392 students in grades 6-12, David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy's student population of 1,392 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy is 0.58, 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
#134 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
38%
42%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy's ranking?
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy is ranked #134 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy often compared to?
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy?
The graduation rate of David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy?
1,392 students attend David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy students are White, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy?
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy offer ?
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy part of?
David Thibodaux Stem Magnet Academy is part of Lafayette Parish School District.
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