Scott M. Brame Middle School

4800 Dawn Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Scott M. Brame Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 709 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 50% in LA
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25% (Top 50%)
  • : Scott M. Brame Middle School serves the northwest part of Alexandria, LA, covering an area of approximately 119.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 14.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Scott M. Brame Middle School's student population of 709 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

School Rankings

Scott M. Brame Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scott M. Brame Middle School is 0.57, 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.
This School
State Level (LA)
#439 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
34%
34%
49%
42%
25%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
60%
42%
White
27%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
(22-23)
20.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scott M. Brame Middle School's ranking?
Scott M. Brame Middle School is ranked #439 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Scott M. Brame Middle School often compared to?
Scott M. Brame Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School, Alexandria Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Scott M. Brame Middle School?
709 students attend Scott M. Brame Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Scott M. Brame Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scott M. Brame Middle School?
Scott M. Brame Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scott M. Brame Middle School offer ?
Scott M. Brame Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott M. Brame Middle School part of?
Scott M. Brame Middle School is part of Rapides Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 709 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • : 25% (Top 50%)
  • : Scott M. Brame Middle School serves the northwest part of Alexandria, LA, covering an area of approximately 119.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 14.9 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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