Serving 903 students in grades 9-12, Scotlandville Magnet High 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 7% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scotlandville Magnet High School's student population of 903 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scotlandville Magnet High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotlandville Magnet High School is 0.02, 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
#1147 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotlandville Magnet High School's ranking?
Scotlandville Magnet High School is ranked #1147 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Scotlandville Magnet High School often compared to?
Scotlandville Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scotlandville Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Scotlandville Magnet High School is 76%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Scotlandville Magnet High School?
903 students attend Scotlandville Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Scotlandville Magnet High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scotlandville Magnet High School?
Scotlandville Magnet High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scotlandville Magnet High School offer ?
Scotlandville Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Scotlandville Magnet High School part of?
Scotlandville Magnet High School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Scotlandville Magnet High School located?
Scotlandville Magnet High School is located in the Scotlandville neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 6 other public schools located in Scotlandville.
School Reviews
5 4/10/2012
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Awesome staff and students. Grewat parental and community support.
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