Peabody Magnet High School vs Salmen High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 278 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Peabody Magnet High School
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,071 students
Salmen High School
Slidell · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,091 students
| Measure | Peabody Magnet High School Alexandria, Louisiana | Salmen High School Slidell, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 246 | #114 of 246 |
| National rank | #9216 of 16,910 | #4734 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,071 | 1,091 |
| Enrollment | 1,071 | 1,091 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 66% |
| city | Alexandria | Slidell |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salmen High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.2 vs 46.9).
- •Salmen High School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 42%).
- •Salmen High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 67%).
- •Salmen High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 94.4%).
- •Salmen High School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.1).
- •Salmen High School is the larger school with 1,091 students compared with 1,071.
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 Peabody Magnet High School better than Salmen High School?
On the Success Index (US), Salmen High School ranks higher (64.2 vs 46.9 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 Peabody Magnet High School and Salmen High School?
About 278 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Slidell in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Peabody Magnet High School: 1,071. Salmen High School: 1,091. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Peabody Magnet High School and Salmen High School rank in Louisiana?
Peabody Magnet High School is 196th of 246 and Salmen High School is 114th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).