Serving 1,772 students in grades 9-12, Hammond High 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 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond High Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Hammond High Magnet School's student population of 1,772 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Tornado
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1866
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Hammond High Magnet 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 Hammond High Magnet School is 0.63, 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
#654 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
52%
41%
White
30%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
66%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond High Magnet School's ranking?
Hammond High Magnet School is ranked #654 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hammond High Magnet School often compared to?
Hammond High Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponchatoula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hammond High Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Hammond High Magnet School is 66%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hammond High Magnet School?
1,772 students attend Hammond High Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hammond High Magnet School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammond High Magnet School?
Hammond High Magnet School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hammond High Magnet School offer ?
Hammond High Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond High Magnet School part of?
Hammond High Magnet School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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