Hammond High Magnet School is a public high school located in an unincorporated part of the 7th Ward of Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, east of Hammond. It is the second-largest high school in the Tangipahoa Parish Public School System.
Serving 1,606 students in grades 9-12, Hammond High Magnet 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 23% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond High Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hammond High Magnet School's student population of 1,606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1866
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammond High Magnet 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 Hammond High Magnet School is 0.63, 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
#685 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
53%
42%
White
26%
41%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tornado
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond High Magnet School's ranking?
Hammond High Magnet School is ranked #685 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Hammond High Magnet School often compared to?
Hammond High Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponchatoula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hammond High Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Hammond High Magnet School is 71%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Hammond High Magnet School?
1,606 students attend Hammond High Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hammond High Magnet School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond High Magnet School?
Hammond High Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hammond High Magnet School offer ?
Hammond High Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond High Magnet School part of?
Hammond High Magnet School is part of Tangipahoa Parish School District.
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