Calhoun Elementary School vs James Stephens Montessori School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 202 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calhoun Elementary School
Calhoun · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
420 students
James Stephens Montessori School
Ville Platte · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
421 students
| Measure | Calhoun Elementary School Calhoun, Louisiana | James Stephens Montessori School Ville Platte, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #595 of 697 | #202 of 697 |
| National rank | #30008 of 50,301 | #8264 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 420 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 420 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 77% |
| city | Calhoun | Ville Platte |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Stephens Montessori School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 42.9).
- •Calhoun Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54% vs 85%).
- •James Stephens Montessori School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 18.3).
- •James Stephens Montessori School is the larger school with 421 students compared with 420.
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 Calhoun Elementary School better than James Stephens Montessori School?
On the Success Index (US), James Stephens Montessori School ranks higher (74.5 vs 42.9 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 Calhoun Elementary School and James Stephens Montessori School?
About 202 km in a straight line, between Calhoun and Ville Platte in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calhoun Elementary School: 420. James Stephens Montessori School: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calhoun Elementary School and James Stephens Montessori School rank in Louisiana?
Calhoun Elementary School is 595th of 697 and James Stephens Montessori School is 202nd of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).