Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy is a comprehensive college preparatory magnet school. In August 2004, the school opened with 7th and 8th grades and has grown to include 6th through 12th grades in recent years. PFTSTA is located in Avondale, Louisiana.
Serving 881 students in grades 6-12, Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy's student population of 881 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Colors
Black, Blue, Grey
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#3 out of 1244 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
2%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
19%
41%
White
44%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy's ranking?
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy is ranked #3 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy often compared to?
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson High School For Advanced Studies, Haynes Academy School For Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy?
881 students attend Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy?
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy offer ?
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy part of?
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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