Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School vs Pineville Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 3.8 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
Pineville Elementary School
Pineville · Public middle · Grades 4–6
252 students
| Measure | Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School Alexandria, Louisiana | Pineville Elementary School Pineville, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 218 | #170 of 218 |
| National rank | #8468 of 15,369 | #7394 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 362 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| city | Alexandria | Pineville |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pineville Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 46.2).
- •Pineville Elementary School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •Pineville Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Pineville Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94% vs 97.5%).
- •Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.6).
- •Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is the larger school with 362 students compared with 252.
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 Pineville Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pineville Elementary School ranks higher (51.2 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 Pineville Elementary School?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Pineville in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School: 362. Pineville Elementary School: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School and Pineville Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is 184th of 218 and Pineville Elementary School is 170th of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).