Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School vs LeBlanc Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 147 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School
Alexandria ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
362 students
LeBlanc Middle School
Sulphur ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
366 students
| Measure | Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria, Louisiana | LeBlanc Middle School Sulphur, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #184 of 218 | #57 of 218 |
| National rank | #8468 of 15,369 | #2266 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 362 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 59.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 62% |
| city | Alexandria | Sulphur |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขLeBlanc Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 46.2).
- โขLeBlanc Middle School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 39%).
- โขLeBlanc Middle School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 55%).
- โขLeBlanc Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 97.5%).
- โขLeBlanc Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 11.7).
- โขLeBlanc Middle School is the larger school with 366 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 LeBlanc Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), LeBlanc Middle School ranks higher (75.5 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 LeBlanc Middle School?
About 147 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Sulphur in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School: 362. LeBlanc Middle School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School and LeBlanc Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is 184th of 218 and LeBlanc Middle School is 57th of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).