SCOTLANDVILLE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL
Scotlandville Magnet High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the East Baton Rouge Parish school district, located in Baton Rouge, LA with about 1,263 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 71 teachers, Scotlandville Magnet High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Scotlandville Magnet High School, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is a premier educational institution known for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to specialized learning. As a magnet school, it draws a diverse student body from across the region, offering a highly structured curriculum designed to prepare students for success in higher education and competitive careers. The school is particularly noted for its strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), alongside a robust tradition of excellence in its fine arts and athletic programs.
Beyond its academic achievements, Scotlandville Magnet is deeply rooted in the local community and is celebrated for its rich history and school spirit. The faculty and administration focus on fostering a culture of high expectations, encouraging students to develop leadership skills and personal accountability. By providing access to advanced placement courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and extracurricular activities, the school creates a comprehensive environment that supports both the intellectual and social development of its students, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System.
For more information, contact Scotlandville Magnet High School at (225) 775-3715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
(225) 775-3715
SCOTLANDVILLE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Baton Rouge, LA with about 1,263 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Louisiana
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Total Students:
- 1,263
- Teachers:
- 71.1
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,263 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SCOTLANDVILLE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 99% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 98.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.6%
- White
- 0.5%
- Two or more races
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.0%
- Male
- 49.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.