Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School vs Bolton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School
Alexandria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
362 students
Bolton Academy
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 6–12
372 students
| Measure | Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria, Louisiana | Bolton Academy Alexandria, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #184 of 218 | #97 of 246 |
| National rank | #8468 of 15,369 | #4029 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 362 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 52% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bolton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.1 vs 46.2).
- •Bolton Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 39%).
- •Bolton Academy does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 55%).
- •Bolton Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 97.5%).
- •Bolton Academy does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 11.7).
- •Bolton Academy is the larger school with 372 students compared with 362.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School better than Bolton Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Bolton Academy ranks higher (67.1 vs 46.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School and Bolton Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School: 362. Bolton Academy: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School and Bolton Academy rank in Louisiana?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is 184th of 218 and Bolton Academy is 97th of 246 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).