Serving 258 students in grades 7-12, Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts's student population of 258 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
53%
41%
White
41%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts's ranking?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is ranked #61 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts often compared to?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Eunice Junior High School, Palmetto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
The graduation rate of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is 90%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
258 students attend Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts students are Black, 41% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts offer ?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts part of?
Magnet Academy For Cultural Arts is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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