Serving 289 students in grades 7-12, Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts ranks in the top 5% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Opelousas, LA, encompassing approximately 939 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 16.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is 0.57, 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
#54 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
38%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts's ranking?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is ranked #54 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts often compared to?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Elementary School, Eunice Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
The graduation rate of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
289 students attend Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts students are Black, 38% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts offer ?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts part of?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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