Serving 247 students in grades 7-12, Magnet For Cultural Arts ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnet For Cultural Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnet For Cultural Arts's student population of 247 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magnet For Cultural Arts ranks within the top 10% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnet For Cultural Arts is 0.54, 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
#80 out of 1237 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
54%
42%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
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 Magnet For Cultural Arts's ranking?
Magnet For Cultural Arts is ranked #80 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Magnet For Cultural Arts often compared to?
Magnet For Cultural Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Eunice Junior High School, Palmetto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnet For Cultural Arts?
The graduation rate of Magnet For Cultural Arts is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Magnet For Cultural Arts?
247 students attend Magnet For Cultural Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Magnet For Cultural Arts students are Black, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnet For Cultural Arts?
Magnet For Cultural Arts has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magnet For Cultural Arts offer ?
Magnet For Cultural Arts offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Magnet For Cultural Arts part of?
Magnet For Cultural Arts is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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