Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Morehouse Magnet School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morehouse Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Morehouse Magnet School's student population of 254 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Morehouse Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morehouse Magnet School is 0.49, 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
#620 out of 1251 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
64%
41%
White
32%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
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 Morehouse Magnet School's ranking?
Morehouse Magnet School is ranked #620 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Morehouse Magnet School often compared to?
Morehouse Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morehouse Elementary School, Beekman Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Morehouse Magnet School?
254 students attend Morehouse Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Morehouse Magnet School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morehouse Magnet School?
Morehouse Magnet School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morehouse Magnet School offer ?
Morehouse Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morehouse Magnet School part of?
Morehouse Magnet School is part of Morehouse Parish School District.
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