Serving 468 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 92% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (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 468 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Hopper
School Rankings
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is 0.66, which is more 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
#14 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
40%
41%
White
41%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hopper
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School's ranking?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School is ranked #14 out of 1,244 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, Lsu Laboratory School, Mayfair Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
468 students attend Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School offer ?
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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