Serving 362 students in grades 6-8, Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School's student population of 362 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Black
97%
42%
White
2%
41%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is ranked #1064 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott M. Brame Middle School, Alexandria Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School?
362 students attend Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School offer ?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School part of?
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
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