For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,550 students in 71301, LA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71301, LA are Scott M. Brame Middle School, Alexandria Middle Magnet School and Bolton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 71301 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Louisiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 71301, LA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Louisiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle school average of 60% (majority Black).
Best 71301, LA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott M. Brame Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4800 Dawn Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 443-3688
Gr: 6-8 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Alexandria Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 Maryland Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 445-5343
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Bolton Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Vance Avenue
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 448-3628
Gr: 6-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 71301, LA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 71301, LA include Scott M. Brame Middle School, Alexandria Middle Magnet School and Bolton Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 71301?
3 public middle schools are located in 71301.
What is the racial composition of students in 71301?
71301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Louisiana public middle schools average of 60% (majority Black).
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