Serving 430 students in grades 6-8, Arthur F. Smith Middle 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 8% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School's student population of 430 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#989 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
96%
42%
White
3%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is ranked #989 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott M. Brame Middle School, Alexandria Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School?
430 students attend Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School offer ?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School part of?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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