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Magnolia Woods Elementary School

Elementary School · East Baton Rouge Parish

760 Maxine Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

450

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

450

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#1,000 of 1,288

In Baton Rouge

#58 of 94

public schools

In district

#51 of 79

East Baton Rouge Parish

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Magnolia Woods Elementary School

Magnolia Woods Elementary School is a public elementary school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Magnolia Woods Elementary School serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Magnolia Woods Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,000 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Magnolia Woods Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district

5.0

This school 5.0 · Average
District avg 6.0
LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics4.1Below Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency16.7% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg-19.3 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-14.9 pts

Overall Proficiency22% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected-13.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile22th

Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,471

Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Magnolia Woods Elementary School — Students at Magnolia Woods Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

35.9% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 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

63%

ELA

60%

2010

Math

65%

ELA

60%

2011

Math

69%

ELA

65%

2012

Math

78%

ELA

72%

2013

Math

80%

ELA

70%

2014

Math

77%

ELA

77%

2015

Math

70%

ELA

68%

2016

Math

64%

ELA

71%

2017

Math

62%

ELA

69%

2018

Math

66%

ELA

68%

2019

Math

66%

ELA

68%

2020*

Math

19%

ELA

28%

2021*

Math

19%

ELA

28%

2022

Math

23%

ELA

29%

2025

Math

16.7%

ELA

28%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Magnolia Woods Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score

5.0/10

22th percentile in LA

Academic

4.1/10

Below Average

Growth

3.9/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

8.9/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

73%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

36 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

16.2%

Location

760 Maxine Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Magnolia Woods Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayfair Laboratory School (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wildwood Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts Baton Rouge	0.6 mi	561	8.2
Wildwood Elementary School Baton Rouge	0.9 mi	470	8.2
ELAN VITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Baton Rouge	0.9 mi	4	—
ST JUDE SCHOOL Baton Rouge	1.1 mi	495	5.5
Mayfair Laboratory School Baton Rouge	1.2 mi	504	9.5
GARDERE COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baton Rouge	1.9 mi	95	7.3
Highland Elementary School Baton Rouge	1.7 mi	296	5.5
The Emerge School for Autism Baton Rouge	1.8 mi	51	4.0
IDEA Innovation Baton Rouge	1.9 mi	966	1.9
South Baton Rouge Charter Academy Baton Rouge	1.9 mi	871	3.1
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baton Rouge	1.9 mi	227	4.2
LA PRINTANIERE MONTESSORI Baton Rouge	2.2 mi	43	5.9
Glasgow Middle School Baton Rouge	2.2 mi	609	8.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF BATON ROUGE Baton Rouge	2.1 mi	15	—
THE DUNHAM SCHOOL Baton Rouge	2.3 mi	715	7.1
Liberty High School Baton Rouge	2.4 mi	1,241	7.7
University View Academy Inc. (FRM LA Connections) Baton Rouge	2.6 mi	4,079	3.8
Westminster Elementary School Baton Rouge	2.7 mi	261	5.4
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Baton Rouge	3.1 mi	105	7.7
Jefferson Terrace Academy Baton Rouge	2.9 mi	696	4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,078

Median Home Value

$392,600

Median Rent

$1,283/mo

Population

36,513

College Educated

64.6%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Magnolia Woods Elementary School

What grades does Magnolia Woods Elementary School serve?

Magnolia Woods Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Magnolia Woods Elementary School?

Magnolia Woods Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Magnolia Woods Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Magnolia Woods Elementary School rank in LA?

Magnolia Woods Elementary School ranks #1,000 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Magnolia Woods Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Magnolia Woods Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Woods Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Magnolia Woods Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Magnolia Woods Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Magnolia Woods Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

72.7% of students at Magnolia Woods 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.