Serving 591 students in grades 5-8, 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 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexandria Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alexandria Middle Magnet School's student population of 591 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Alexandria Middle Magnet School 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 Alexandria Middle Magnet School 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
#824 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
86%
41%
White
10%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexandria Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Alexandria Middle Magnet School is ranked #824 out of 1,244 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Alexandria Middle Magnet School?
591 students attend Alexandria Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Alexandria Middle Magnet School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 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 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alexandria Middle Magnet School offer ?
Alexandria Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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