Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School vs Peabody Magnet High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 485 m 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
Peabody Magnet High School
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,071 students
| Measure | Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria, Louisiana | Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 218 | #196 of 246 |
| National rank | #8468 of 15,369 | #9216 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 362 | 1,071 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 1,071 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 94.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 42% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.2 vs 46.9).
- •Peabody Magnet High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Peabody Magnet High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 55%).
- •Peabody Magnet High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 97.5%).
- •Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 15.1).
- •Peabody Magnet High School is the larger school with 1,071 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 Peabody Magnet High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School and Peabody Magnet High School?
About 485 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School: 362. Peabody Magnet High School: 1,071. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School and Peabody Magnet High School rank in Louisiana?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is 184th of 218 and Peabody Magnet High School is 196th of 246 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).