Baton Rouge Magnet High School vs Capitol High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baton Rouge Magnet High School
Baton Rouge · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,593 students
Capitol High School
Baton Rouge · Public high · Grades 9–12
205 students
| Measure | Baton Rouge Magnet High School Baton Rouge, Louisiana | Capitol High School Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #8 of 246 | #223 of 246 |
| National rank | #776 of 16,910 | #11364 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,593 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 1,593 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 92.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 7.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | – |
| city | Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baton Rouge Magnet High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.8 vs 38.3).
- •Baton Rouge Magnet High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 92.2%).
- •Capitol High School does better on students per teacher (7.3 vs 17.7).
- •Baton Rouge Magnet High School is the larger school with 1,593 students compared with 205.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Baton Rouge Magnet High School better than Capitol High School?
On the Success Index (US), Baton Rouge Magnet High School ranks higher (83.8 vs 38.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Baton Rouge Magnet High School and Capitol High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School: 1,593. Capitol High School: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baton Rouge Magnet High School and Capitol High School rank in Louisiana?
Baton Rouge Magnet High School is 8th of 246 and Capitol High School is 223rd of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).