Serving 526 students in grades 6-8, Alexandria 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 15% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 93% 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: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexandria Middle Magnet School's student population of 526 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alexandria 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 Alexandria Middle Magnet School is 0.20, 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
#839 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
89%
42%
White
7%
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
67%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexandria Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Alexandria Middle Magnet School is ranked #839 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Alexandria Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Alexandria Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott M. Brame Middle School, Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Alexandria Middle Magnet School?
526 students attend Alexandria Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Alexandria Middle Magnet School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alexandria Middle Magnet School?
Alexandria Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alexandria Middle Magnet School offer ?
Alexandria Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alexandria Middle Magnet School part of?
Alexandria Middle Magnet School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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