Serving 94 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Park Ridge Academic Magnet 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Ridge Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Baker, LA, covering approximately 8.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School's student population of 94 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Ridge Academic Magnet 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 Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is 0.19, 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
#931 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Buffalo Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Ridge Academic Magnet School's ranking?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is ranked #931 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Park Ridge Academic Magnet School often compared to?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Advantage Charter Academy, Baker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Park Ridge Academic Magnet School?
94 students attend Park Ridge Academic Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Park Ridge Academic Magnet School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Ridge Academic Magnet School?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Ridge Academic Magnet School offer ?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Ridge Academic Magnet School part of?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is part of City Of Baker School District.
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