Central High School vs Live Oak High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Baton Rouge · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,529 students
Live Oak High School
Watson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,392 students
| Measure | Central High School Baton Rouge, Louisiana | Live Oak High School Watson, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #34 of 246 | #78 of 246 |
| National rank | #2118 of 16,910 | #3503 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,529 | 1,392 |
| Enrollment | 1,529 | 1,392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 88% |
| city | Baton Rouge | Watson |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 69.2).
- •Live Oak High School does better on math proficiency (88% vs 81%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 87%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 60.3%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 18.8).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,529 students compared with 1,392.
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 Central High School better than Live Oak High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (75.1 vs 69.2 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 Central High School and Live Oak High School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Watson in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,529. Live Oak High School: 1,392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Live Oak High School rank in Louisiana?
Central High School is 34th of 246 and Live Oak High School is 78th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).