Allen Ellender School vs Harry S Truman School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Allen Ellender School
Marrero · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
727 students
Harry S Truman School
Marrero · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
717 students
| Measure | Allen Ellender School Marrero, Louisiana | Harry S Truman School Marrero, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #380 of 697 | #588 of 697 |
| National rank | #16363 of 50,301 | #29582 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 727 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 727 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 37% |
| city | Marrero | Marrero |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Allen Ellender School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.6 vs 43.5).
- •Allen Ellender School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 37%).
- •Allen Ellender School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 51%).
- •Allen Ellender School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 82.8%).
- •Harry S Truman School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.5).
- •Allen Ellender School is the larger school with 727 students compared with 717.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Allen Ellender School better than Harry S Truman School?
On the Success Index (US), Allen Ellender School ranks higher (62.6 vs 43.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Allen Ellender School and Harry S Truman School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Marrero and Marrero in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Allen Ellender School: 727. Harry S Truman School: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Allen Ellender School and Harry S Truman School rank in Louisiana?
Allen Ellender School is 380th of 697 and Harry S Truman School is 588th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).