Serving 621 students in grades 9-12, Madison Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Madison Preparatory Academy's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madison Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madison Preparatory Academy is 0.04, 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
#441 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
98%
42%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Madison Preparatory Academy is ranked #441 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Madison Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Madison Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Helix Mentorship Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Madison Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Madison Preparatory Academy?
621 students attend Madison Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Madison Preparatory Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Preparatory Academy?
Madison Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Madison Preparatory Academy offer ?
Madison Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Preparatory Academy part of?
Madison Preparatory Academy is part of Community School For Apprenticeship Learning Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Preparatory Academy located?
Madison Preparatory Academy is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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