Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Magnolia Elementary 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magnolia Elementary 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 Magnolia Elementary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#654 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Elementary School's ranking?
Magnolia Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Magnolia Elementary School often compared to?
Magnolia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Charles Street Elementary School, Centerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Elementary School?
407 students attend Magnolia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Magnolia Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Elementary School?
Magnolia Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magnolia Elementary School offer ?
Magnolia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia Elementary School part of?
Magnolia Elementary School is part of Iberia Parish School District.
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