Central Intermediate School vs Hammond Westside Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Intermediate School
Central · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
1,039 students
Hammond Westside Montessori
Hammond · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,022 students
| Measure | Central Intermediate School Central, Louisiana | Hammond Westside Montessori Hammond, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 697 | #542 of 697 |
| National rank | #7820 of 50,301 | #26092 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,039 | 1,022 |
| Enrollment | 1,039 | 1,022 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.8% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 42% |
| city | Central | Hammond |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 48.6).
- •Central Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (80% vs 42%).
- •Central Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 51%).
- •Central Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.8% vs 78.1%).
- •Hammond Westside Montessori does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 16.2).
- •Central Intermediate School is the larger school with 1,039 students compared with 1,022.
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 Intermediate School better than Hammond Westside Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Central Intermediate School ranks higher (75.2 vs 48.6 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 Intermediate School and Hammond Westside Montessori?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Central and Hammond in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Intermediate School: 1,039. Hammond Westside Montessori: 1,022. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Intermediate School and Hammond Westside Montessori rank in Louisiana?
Central Intermediate School is 193rd of 697 and Hammond Westside Montessori is 542nd of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).