Central High School vs South Live Oak Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 7.3 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
South Live Oak Elementary School
Watson · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
509 students
| Measure | Central High School Baton Rouge, Louisiana | South Live Oak Elementary School Watson, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #34 of 246 | #108 of 697 |
| National rank | #2118 of 16,910 | #5211 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,529 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 1,529 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 62.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 87% |
| city | Baton Rouge | Watson |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Live Oak Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 75.1).
- •South Live Oak Elementary School does better on math proficiency (87% 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 62.5%).
- •South Live Oak Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.1).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,529 students compared with 509.
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 South Live Oak Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Live Oak Elementary School ranks higher (79.6 vs 75.1 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 South Live Oak Elementary School?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Watson in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,529. South Live Oak Elementary School: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and South Live Oak Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Central High School is 34th of 246 and South Live Oak Elementary School is 108th of 697 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).