Arcadia High School vs Rapides High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 172 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcadia High School
Arcadia · Public high · Grades 6–12
248 students
Rapides High School
Lecompte · Public high · Grades 9–12
248 students
| Measure | Arcadia High School Arcadia, Louisiana | Rapides High School Lecompte, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #161 of 246 | #115 of 246 |
| National rank | #6923 of 16,910 | #4885 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 248 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 80.6% |
| Students per teacher | 8.0 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 64.5% |
| city | Arcadia | Lecompte |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rapides High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.6 vs 55.4).
- •Rapides High School does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 57%).
- •Rapides High School does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 57%).
- •Rapides High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.6% vs 87.9%).
- •Arcadia High School does better on students per teacher (8.0 vs 11.8).
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 Arcadia High School better than Rapides High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rapides High School ranks higher (63.6 vs 55.4 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 Arcadia High School and Rapides High School?
About 172 km in a straight line, between Arcadia and Lecompte in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcadia High School: 248. Rapides High School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcadia High School and Rapides High School rank in Louisiana?
Arcadia High School is 161st of 246 and Rapides High School is 115th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).