2019 Best Schools in Rapides ParishAbout this List

Phoenix Magnet Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6
• 9

Niche User: I truly do love the school and the teachers are the best! We have yet with 2 kids in the school several years to have one bad teacher! They are all wonderful! The one thing I do not like is the amount of homework expected from the children every night at young ages. I understand they want them to excel but I think it can be overwhelming!
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• A

• 610 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Phoenix Magnet Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• A

• 576 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Caroline Dormon Junior High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-8
• 1

Middle School Student: This school is pretty good. I have enjoyed my expirience here and made some great friends. The teachers are great and I enjoy most of the work they provide. What I wish we had were clubs, like art, athletics, etc. Basically more after school activities other than sports.
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• A

• 328 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Holy Savior Menard Central High School

• Private School
• Alexandria, LA
• 7-12
• 38

Senior: Menard offers a Catholic education to any student that apply to the school. Menard is a college preparatory school, where the administration puts the student’s future first. Guidance is always there to ensure that students have a plan for their future.
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• A-

• 520 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Peabody Montessori Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• A-

• 450 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Pineville High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 9-12
• 206

Senior: Pineville High School is considered an island of academics and arts in Rapides Parish. There is so much positive energy, and it is very family- oriented. The faculty is very qualified and very hands- on. The teachers care so much about the students and genuinely desire for them to succeed. The community is also very active in student- life and contributes to the atmosphere of the school. Most importantly, the students are very engaged in the classroom and are involved in multiple extracurricular activities. At Pineville High School it is accepted to express individuality and versatility. The school expects nothing less, and it is perfectly fine to be different!
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• A-

• 1,444 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rosenthal Montessori Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• A-

• 367 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

University Academy of Central

• Private School
• Alexandria, LA
• 8-12
• 14

Senior: Going to University Academy of Central Louisiana was truly the best decision of my life! I have met the most wonderful people, my peers strive for excellence, and it is a very competitive environment! It is unlike any other high school, our junior and senior years are fully dual enrolled and some of my peers have 70+ college credit hours. The tuition is well worth it.. You are paying a fraction of the cost for a college education. I can’t say enough about this place, truly blessed to have chosen University Academy as my school of choice.
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• A-

• 193 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

J.I. Barron Sr. Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• B+

• 943 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Pineville Junior High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 7-8

• B+

• 658 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Buckeye High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 6-12
• 95

Senior: I liked my school all four years. I had a great high school experience! Buckeye High School is the best school in the world and I would recommend every parent to send their child there. Buckeye may be lacking on funds, but that has never affected the quality of my education and everything I have gotten from this school.
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• B+

• 1,135 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Poland Junior High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-8

• B+

• 394 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Grace Christian School

• Private School
• Alexandria, LA
• PK, K-12
• 43

Senior: Grace Christian School is a school like no other. The teachers car an incredible amount about each student. The teachers love Christ so much it is so encouraging. Also, the teachers work extremely hard to prepare students for college and each alumni that returns to visit states how ready they were for the college life. The academics are outstanding as it possess the highest GPA and ACT scores in central Louisiana. The clubs are quality as they may not be large compared to other schools but they are top tier in their effort. The school puts forth much effort to make sure the students are as safe as possible. The school's sports are also one of great legacy, I have won a state championship in track, one amongst many of the school. The baseball team and basketball team never disappoint in their talent always promising district titles and playoff games. This school is very dear to me and I will miss it majorly when I graduate.
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• B+

• 418 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alexandria Senior High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 9-12
• 128

Sophomore: My school went above and beyond in student involvement. We made lip dubs to promote the school; we were given rewards many times for doing our work; and we were treated with respect. The classroom atmosphere was comfortable, and students were encouraged to jump out of their comfort zone, but they weren’t forced. One thing that I would change is that some teachers should be more inclusive with their students. Certain teachers would give their lecture, but some students wouldn’t be able to apply the given knowledge because they were never able to do hands-on activities.
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• B+

• 1,378 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mary Goff Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• B+

• 323 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tioga High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 9-12
• 75

Junior: What I like most about Tioga High School , are the coaches. The coaches are amazing! Their helpful in any ways , in family problems if you need someone to talk to especially, because us athletes go through a lot at times and I for one feel like I can talk to my coach about it . I’m a runner for track and what I would want to change is my times and I can do that with the help of my coaches next year ! Their amazing and almost like our parent when we’re not home .
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• B+

• 1,037 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

J.B. Nachman Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-5

• B+

• 652 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ball Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• B+

• 324 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hayden R. Lawrence Upper Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 3-5

• B+

• 374 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bolton High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 9-12
• 126

Alum: Bolton is a great place for High School students and has a competitive academic environment. The school has definitely made improvements over the years and has a strong sense on school spirit. They offer a variety of college readiness courses including AP and Dual-enrollment opportunities. There is a healthy variety of sports and other extra curricular activities for students to be involved in. Parent and Alumni involvement is also one of the many great things Bolton High School is known for!
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• B

• 549 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tioga Junior High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• 7-8

• B

• 604 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Forest Hill Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• B

• 403 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Paradise Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-6

• B

• 562 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cherokee Elementary School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-5

• B

• 660 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Glenmora High School

• Rapides Parish Public Schools, LA
• PK, K-12
• 34

Junior: I like to be active in all activities at school, All the teachers are helpful and creative. They all want you to do your best and see you have a great future. They make sure you get all the materials that you need in the real world and they make sure to answer any and every questions you have.
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• B

• 664 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio