L.S. Rugg Elementary School vs Peabody Magnet High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L.S. Rugg Elementary School
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
356 students
Peabody Magnet High School
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,071 students
| Measure | L.S. Rugg Elementary School Alexandria, Louisiana | Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #641 of 697 | #196 of 246 |
| National rank | #34316 of 50,301 | #9216 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 356 | 1,071 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 1,071 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98% | 94.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peabody Magnet High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 36.5).
- •Peabody Magnet High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Peabody Magnet High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 53%).
- •Peabody Magnet High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 98%).
- •L.S. Rugg Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.1).
- •Peabody Magnet High School is the larger school with 1,071 students compared with 356.
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 L.S. Rugg Elementary School better than Peabody Magnet High School?
On the Success Index (US), Peabody Magnet High School ranks higher (46.9 vs 36.5 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 L.S. Rugg Elementary School and Peabody Magnet High School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L.S. Rugg Elementary School: 356. Peabody Magnet High School: 1,071. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L.S. Rugg Elementary School and Peabody Magnet High School rank in Louisiana?
L.S. Rugg Elementary School is 641st of 697 and Peabody Magnet High School is 196th of 246 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).