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#801 of 1,288 schools in LA
Rapides Training Academy
School · Rapides Parish
4020 Aaron Street, Alexandria, LA 70302
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#801 of 1,288
In Alexandria
#18 of 22
public schools
In district
#36 of 43
Rapides Parish
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Rapides Training Academy
Rapides Training Academy is a public school in Alexandria, LA, part of Rapides Parish. Rapides Training Academy serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rapides Training Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #801 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Rapides Training Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Rapides Training Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Rapides Training Academy 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.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Rapides Training Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Rapides Training Academy — Students at Rapides Training Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Rapides Training Academy Compares
See how Rapides Training Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4020 Aaron Street, Alexandria, LA 70302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rapides Training Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bolton High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Acadian Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miSimilar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BRIGHTER HORIZON SCHOOL Baton Rouge, LA | 5.5 |
| Johnson Bayou High School Cameron, LA | 6.2 |
| OASIS OF LOVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Natchitoches, LA | 6.2 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruston, LA | 6.5 |
| OLD BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clarks, LA | 5.1 |
| LIFE OF CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Orleans, LA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rapides Training Academy
What grades does Rapides Training Academy serve?
Rapides Training Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Rapides Training Academy?
Rapides Training Academy has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rapides Training Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rapides Training Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rapides Training Academy rank in LA?
Rapides Training Academy ranks #801 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Rapides Training Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Rapides Training Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Rapides Training Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rapides Training Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rapides Training Academy a charter school?
No, Rapides Training Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rapides Training Academy a Title I school?
No, Rapides Training Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rapides Training Academy?
75.3% of students at Rapides Training Academy 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rapides Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (318) 445-7017
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Rapides Parish- District Enrollment
- 22,546
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,720
- District Rank
- #36 of 43
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