Serving 464 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 93% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 93% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School 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 Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is 0.67, which is more 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
#13 out of 1251 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
38%
41%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 #13 out of 1,251 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 Baton Rouge Center For Visual And Performing Arts, Mayfair Laboratory School, Lsu Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
464 students attend Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School offer ?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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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