Carencro High School vs Northside High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carencro High School
Lafayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,116 students
Northside High School
Lafayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
713 students
| Measure | Carencro High School Lafayette, Louisiana | Northside High School Lafayette, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #198 of 246 | #234 of 246 |
| National rank | #9426 of 16,910 | #12608 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,116 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 1,116 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 42% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carencro High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 33.2).
- •Carencro High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Carencro High School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 36%).
- •Carencro High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.7% vs 87.5%).
- •Northside High School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.0).
- •Carencro High School is the larger school with 1,116 students compared with 713.
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 Carencro High School better than Northside High School?
On the Success Index (US), Carencro High School ranks higher (46.1 vs 33.2 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 Carencro High School and Northside High School?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carencro High School: 1,116. Northside High School: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carencro High School and Northside High School rank in Louisiana?
Carencro High School is 198th of 246 and Northside High School is 234th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).