Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mabel Brasher Montessori 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 7% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mabel Brasher Elementary School serves the northern part of Alexandria, LA, covering an area of approximately 17.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mabel Brasher Montessori's student population of 508 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Mabel Brasher Montessori 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 Mabel Brasher Montessori is 0.25, 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
#1116 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
86%
42%
White
9%
41%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mabel Brasher Montessori's ranking?
Mabel Brasher Montessori is ranked #1116 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Mabel Brasher Montessori?
508 students attend Mabel Brasher Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mabel Brasher Montessori students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mabel Brasher Montessori?
Mabel Brasher Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mabel Brasher Montessori offer ?
Mabel Brasher Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mabel Brasher Montessori part of?
Mabel Brasher Montessori is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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