Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 63% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School 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 Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is 0.66, which is more 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
#14 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
12%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
37%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School's ranking?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is ranked #14 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School often compared to?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfair Laboratory School, Baton Rouge Center For Visual And Performing Arts, Lsu Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School?
453 students attend Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School offer ?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School part of?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School located?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is located in the Mid City South neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City South.
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