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#634 of 1,288 schools in LA
Top 49% in state
Peabody Magnet High School
High School · Rapides Parish
2727 Jones Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71302
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
779
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#634 of 1,288
In Alexandria
#15 of 22
public schools
In district
#31 of 43
Rapides Parish
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Peabody Magnet High School
High School in Alexandria · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peabody Magnet High School
Peabody Magnet High School is a public high school in Alexandria, LA, part of Rapides Parish. Peabody Magnet High School serves approximately 779 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Peabody Magnet High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Peabody Magnet High School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- LA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Peabody Magnet High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Peabody Magnet High School — Students at Peabody Magnet High School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Peabody Magnet High School Compares
See how Peabody Magnet High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2727 Jones Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peabody Magnet High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bolton High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pineville High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Pineville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,210
Median Home Value
$103,300
Median Rent
$868/mo
Population
14,128
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
55.6%
Poverty Rate
30.8%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peabody Magnet High School
What grades does Peabody Magnet High School serve?
Peabody Magnet High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Peabody Magnet High School?
Peabody Magnet High School has an enrollment of approximately 779 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peabody Magnet High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peabody Magnet High School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peabody Magnet High School rank in LA?
Peabody Magnet High School ranks #634 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Peabody Magnet High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peabody Magnet High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Peabody Magnet High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peabody Magnet High School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Peabody Magnet High School a charter school?
No, Peabody Magnet High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peabody Magnet High School a Title I school?
No, Peabody Magnet High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peabody Magnet High School?
89.2% of students at Peabody Magnet High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 779
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rapides Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (318) 448-3457
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Rapides Parish- District Enrollment
- 22,546
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,720
- District Rank
- #31 of 43
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