Serving 295 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 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- 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%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
52%
41%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Eunice Junior High School, Palmetto Elementary 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 83%.
How many students attend Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
295 students attend Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts students are Black, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
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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