Serving 590 students in grades 9-12, Madison Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madison Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Madison Preparatory Academy's student population of 590 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Madison Preparatory Academy 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 Madison Preparatory Academy is 0.02, 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
#628 out of 1251 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Madison Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Madison Preparatory Academy is ranked #628 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Madison Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Madison Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Helix Mentorship Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Madison Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Madison Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Madison Preparatory Academy?
590 students attend Madison Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Madison Preparatory Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madison Preparatory Academy?
Madison Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madison Preparatory Academy offer ?
Madison Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Preparatory Academy part of?
Madison Preparatory Academy is part of Community School For Apprenticeship Learning Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Madison Preparatory Academy located?
Madison Preparatory Academy is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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