Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Mckinley Middle Magnet School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinley Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mckinley Middle Magnet School's student population of 633 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
26 students
School Rankings
Mckinley Middle Magnet School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinley Middle Magnet School is 0.24, 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
#233 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
87%
42%
White
8%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BasketballCheering
Cross CountryDance
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Kiwanis Builders ClubNational Jr. Beta Club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinley Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Mckinley Middle Magnet School is ranked #233 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Mckinley Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Mckinley Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Middle Academic Academy, Mayfair Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Mckinley Middle Magnet School?
633 students attend Mckinley Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mckinley Middle Magnet School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinley Middle Magnet School?
Mckinley Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mckinley Middle Magnet School offer ?
Mckinley Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckinley Middle Magnet School part of?
Mckinley Middle Magnet School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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