Serving 1,606 students in grades 9-12, Hammond High Magnet 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hammond High Magnet School serves the southern part of its district in Hammond, LA, covering an area of approximately 97.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammond High Magnet School's student population of 1,606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1866
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammond High Magnet 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 Hammond High Magnet School is 0.63, 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
#685 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
71%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Tornado
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond High Magnet School's ranking?
Hammond High Magnet School is ranked #685 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hammond High Magnet School often compared to?
Hammond High Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponchatoula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hammond High Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Hammond High Magnet School is 71%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Hammond High Magnet School?
1,606 students attend Hammond High Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hammond High Magnet School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond High Magnet School?
Hammond High Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hammond High Magnet School offer ?
Hammond High Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond High Magnet School part of?
Hammond High Magnet School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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