Serving 2,376 students in grades 9-12, Bonnabel Magnet Academy 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 55% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School serves the northwest part of Kenner, LA, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School's student population of 2,376 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 108% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,376 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
65%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
9%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
55%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Bruin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School's ranking?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is ranked #880 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School often compared to?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jefferson High School, Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is 55%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School?
2,376 students attend Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School offer ?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School part of?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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