Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phoenix Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Phoenix Magnet Elementary 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 Phoenix Magnet Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#22 out of 1244 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
26%
41%
White
59%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Phoenix Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Phoenix Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Phoenix Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peabody Montessori Elementary School, Caroline Dormon Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Magnet Elementary School?
319 students attend Phoenix Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Phoenix Magnet Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Magnet Elementary School?
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phoenix Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix Magnet Elementary School part of?
Phoenix Magnet Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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