Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Peabody Montessori Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peabody Montessori Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peabody Montessori Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peabody Montessori Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peabody Montessori Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#195 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
46%
41%
White
46%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody Montessori Elementary School's ranking?
Peabody Montessori Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Peabody Montessori Elementary School often compared to?
Peabody Montessori Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoenix Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Peabody Montessori Elementary School?
483 students attend Peabody Montessori Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Peabody Montessori Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peabody Montessori Elementary School?
Peabody Montessori Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peabody Montessori Elementary School offer ?
Peabody Montessori Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Peabody Montessori Elementary School part of?
Peabody Montessori Elementary School is part of Rapides Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Peabody Montessori Elementary School located?
Peabody Montessori Elementary School is located in the Lower Third neighborhood of Alexandria, LA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Third.
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