Serving 701 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Herndon Magnet School 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 67% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Herndon Magnet School serves the northern part of its district in Belcher, LA, covering an area of approximately 314.2 square miles. Families typically have a 20–30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 10.5 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of up to 18.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herndon Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Herndon Magnet School's student population of 701 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
Where Excellence Is Our Minimum Standard
School Rankings
Herndon Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herndon Magnet School is 0.43, 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
#73 out of 1244 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
16%
42%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herndon Magnet School's ranking?
Herndon Magnet School is ranked #73 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Herndon Magnet School often compared to?
Herndon Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donnie Bickham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Herndon Magnet School?
701 students attend Herndon Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Herndon Magnet School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herndon Magnet School?
Herndon Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herndon Magnet School offer ?
Herndon Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herndon Magnet School part of?
Herndon Magnet School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
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