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Park Ridge Academic Magnet School

5905 Groom Road
Baker, LA 70714
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 123 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Park Ridge Academic 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in LA
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Park Ridge Academic Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:

School Overview

Park Ridge Academic Magnet School's student population of 123 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Park Ridge Academic Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#931 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
34%
35-39%
42%
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
92%
41%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Park Ridge Academic Magnet School's ranking?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is ranked #931 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Park Ridge Academic Magnet School often compared to?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker Middle School, White Hills Elementary School, Advantage Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Park Ridge Academic Magnet School?
123 students attend Park Ridge Academic Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Park Ridge Academic Magnet School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Ridge Academic Magnet School?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Ridge Academic Magnet School offer ?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Ridge Academic Magnet School part of?
Park Ridge Academic Magnet School is part of City Of Baker School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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