Central High School vs Tanglewood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 5.4 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
Tanglewood Elementary School
Baton Rouge · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
622 students
| Measure | Central High School Baton Rouge, Louisiana | Tanglewood Elementary School Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #34 of 246 | #365 of 697 |
| National rank | #2118 of 16,910 | #15634 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 1,529 | 622 |
| Enrollment | 1,529 | 622 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 55.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | – |
| Math proficiency | 81% | – |
| city | Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 63.8).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 55.5%).
- •Tanglewood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.1).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,529 students compared with 622.
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 Tanglewood Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (75.1 vs 63.8 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 Tanglewood Elementary School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,529. Tanglewood Elementary School: 622. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Tanglewood Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Central High School is 34th of 246 and Tanglewood Elementary School is 365th of 697 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).