For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 692 students in 71302, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71302, LA are Poland Junior High School and Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71302 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71302, LA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71302, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poland Junior High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3348 Highway 457
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-9224
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-9224
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Jones Street
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6241
Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 445-6241
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71302, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71302, LA include Poland Junior High School and Arthur F. Smith Middle Magnet School.
How many public middle schools are located in 71302?
2 public middle schools are located in 71302.
What is the racial composition of students in 71302?
71302 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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