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#582 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 45% in state

Mckinley Middle Magnet School

Middle School · East Baton Rouge Parish

1550 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Enrollment

645

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#582 of 1,288

In Baton Rouge

#33 of 94

public schools

In district

#29 of 79

East Baton Rouge Parish

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Mckinley Middle Magnet School

6.6/10

Middle School in Baton Rouge · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Mckinley Middle Magnet School

Mckinley Middle Magnet School is a public middle school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Mckinley Middle Magnet School serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Mckinley Middle Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #582 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Mckinley Middle Magnet School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,471
Chronic Absenteeism3.9%

Mckinley Middle Magnet School — Students at Mckinley Middle Magnet School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 84.9% (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
85%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
98%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
98%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
62%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Mckinley Middle Magnet School Compares

See how Mckinley Middle Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in LA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

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

1550 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mckinley Middle Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Helix Legal Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eva Legard Learning Center (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baton Rouge 0.3 mi 6.2
Eva Legard Learning Center Baton Rouge 0.5 mi 5.4
McKinley Senior High School Baton Rouge 0.7 mi 3.1
EBR Virtual Academy Baton Rouge 0.7 mi 6.9
The Dufrocq School Baton Rouge 0.9 mi 5.2
LOUISIANA NEW SCHOOL ACADEMY Baton Rouge 1.0 mi
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY Baton Rouge 1.0 mi 5.4
LSU Laboratory School Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 7.5
Baton Rouge Magnet High School Baton Rouge 1.2 mi 9.0
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 6.3
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 5.1
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 5.5
ST JOHN PRIMARY & SAINT THERESA MIDDLE Baton Rouge 1.2 mi 4.3
Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy Baton Rouge 1.4 mi 4.7
Helix Legal Academy Baton Rouge 1.4 mi 8.9
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Baton Rouge 1.6 mi 7.7
Park Elementary School Baton Rouge 2.0 mi 6.7
Bernard Terrace Elementary School Baton Rouge 1.9 mi 5.6
B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet Baton Rouge 2.0 mi 9.4
Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center Alexandria 2.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$34,082

Median Home Value

$105,100

Median Rent

$935/mo

Population

23,964

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

31.2%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.5%

Median Age

31.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mckinley Middle Magnet School

What grades does Mckinley Middle Magnet School serve?

Mckinley Middle Magnet School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mckinley Middle Magnet School?

Mckinley Middle Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Middle Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Middle Magnet School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mckinley Middle Magnet School rank in LA?

Mckinley Middle Magnet School ranks #582 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Mckinley Middle Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mckinley Middle Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Mckinley Middle Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mckinley Middle Magnet School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mckinley Middle Magnet School a charter school?

No, Mckinley Middle Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mckinley Middle Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Mckinley Middle Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Middle Magnet School?

54.4% of students at Mckinley Middle Magnet 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.9%

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