Very Good

#262 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 20% in state

Magnolia Trace Elementary School

Elementary School · St. Tammany Parish

1405 Highway 1088, Mandeville, LA 70448

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

2nd – 3rd

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#262 of 1,288

In Mandeville

#9 of 14

public schools

In district

#20 of 55

St. Tammany Parish

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Magnolia Trace Elementary School

Magnolia Trace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mandeville, LA, part of St. Tammany Parish. Magnolia Trace Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Magnolia Trace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 1,288 schools in LA. Structured state assessment records for Magnolia Trace Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
District avg 7.3
LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.6Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics7.1Very Good30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency53% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg+17 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+18.1 pts

Overall Proficiency57% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected-10.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile57th

Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1

Per-Pupil Spending$14,823

Chronic Absenteeism6.1%

Magnolia Trace Elementary School — Students at Magnolia Trace Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 82.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

36.0% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 85.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

42.9% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

92%

ELA

90%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

88%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

94%

2012

Math

90%

ELA

90%

2013

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2014

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2015

Math

92%

ELA

87%

2016

Math

89%

ELA

94%

2017

Math

92%

ELA

92%

2018

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2019

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2020*

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2021*

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2022

Math

67%

ELA

67%

2025

Math

53%

ELA

61%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Magnolia Trace Elementary School Compares

See how Magnolia Trace Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.8/10

80th percentile in LA

Academic

7.1/10

Very Good

Growth

7.6/10

Very Good

Environment

9.4/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

31%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

31 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

6.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1405 Highway 1088, Mandeville, LA 70448

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Magnolia Trace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marigny Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woodlake Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mandeville Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mandeville, see our Mandeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Lake Harbor Middle School Mandeville	0.1 mi	603	8.6
Marigny Elementary School Mandeville	0.3 mi	435	8.5
Mandeville Middle Mandeville	0.7 mi	535	8.1
Fontainebleau Junior High School Mandeville	1.6 mi	860	7.8
Fontainebleau High School Mandeville	1.8 mi	1,619	6.2
Woodlake Elementary School Mandeville	2.0 mi	496	8.5
Mandeville Junior High School Mandeville	2.2 mi	542	9.1
Mandeville Elementary School Mandeville	2.5 mi	531	8.2
L.P. Monteleone Junior High School Mandeville	3.4 mi	395	8.9
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mandeville	3.5 mi	340	5.4
Mandeville High School Mandeville	3.6 mi	2,188	7.0
Pontchartrain Elementary School Mandeville	3.6 mi	689	7.5
Tchefuncte Middle School Mandeville	3.7 mi	693	7.2
Lakeshore High School Mandeville	4.9 mi	901	7.0
Abita Springs Elementary School Abita Springs	6.7 mi	653	6.9
SOUTHERN MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Abita Springs	6.8 mi	58	5.0
Abita Springs Middle School Abita Springs	6.9 mi	438	7.4
ST PAULS HIGH SCHOOL Covington	7.1 mi	899	4.3
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Covington	7.3 mi	696	4.2
ST SCHOLASTICA ACADEMY Covington	7.3 mi	539	5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,929

Median Home Value

$324,100

Median Rent

$1,415/mo

Population

25,851

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Magnolia Trace Elementary School

What grades does Magnolia Trace Elementary School serve?

Magnolia Trace Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.

How many students attend Magnolia Trace Elementary School?

Magnolia Trace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Magnolia Trace Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Magnolia Trace Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Magnolia Trace Elementary School rank in LA?

Magnolia Trace Elementary School ranks #262 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Magnolia Trace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Magnolia Trace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Magnolia Trace Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Magnolia Trace Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Magnolia Trace Elementary School a charter school?

No, Magnolia Trace Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Magnolia Trace Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Magnolia Trace Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Magnolia Trace Elementary School?

31.2% of students at Magnolia Trace Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.