Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish vs George Cox Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 933 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
Terrytown · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,012 students
George Cox Elementary School
Gretna · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
402 students
| Measure | Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish Terrytown, Louisiana | George Cox Elementary School Gretna, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #619 of 697 | #298 of 697 |
| National rank | #32156 of 50,301 | #11997 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,012 | 402 |
| Enrollment | 1,012 | 402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| city | Terrytown | Gretna |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Cox Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.0 vs 39.6).
- •George Cox Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •George Cox Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •George Cox Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.9% vs 80.8%).
- •George Cox Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 22.5).
- •Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish is the larger school with 1,012 students compared with 402.
- •Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish is a charter school while George Cox Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish better than George Cox Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), George Cox Elementary School ranks higher (69.0 vs 39.6 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 Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish and George Cox Elementary School?
About 933 m in a straight line, between Terrytown and Gretna in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish: 1,012. George Cox Elementary School: 402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish and George Cox Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish is 619th of 697 and George Cox Elementary School is 298th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).