Alfred T. Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is a comprehensive public high school in Kenner, Louisiana, United States, and is part of Jefferson Parish Public Schools, the largest public school system in Louisiana.
Serving 2,376 students in grades 9-12, Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 55% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School's student population of 2,376 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 108% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is 0.53, 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
#880 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
65%
11%
Black
21%
42%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School's ranking?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is ranked #880 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School often compared to?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy, East Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is 55%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School?
2,376 students attend Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School offer ?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School part of?
Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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