Creswell Middle School vs Opelousas Junior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creswell Middle School
Opelousas · Public middle · Grades 5–6
162 students
Opelousas Junior High School
Opelousas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
314 students
| Measure | Creswell Middle School Opelousas, Louisiana | Opelousas Junior High School Opelousas, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #197 of 218 | #195 of 218 |
| National rank | #9940 of 15,369 | #9819 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 162 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 162 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 8.1 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 50% |
| Math proficiency | – | 28% |
| city | Opelousas | Opelousas |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.4 vs 40.0).
- •Creswell Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 93%).
- •Creswell Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.1 vs 10.5).
- •Opelousas Junior High School is the larger school with 314 students compared with 162.
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 Creswell Middle School better than Opelousas Junior High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Creswell Middle School and Opelousas Junior High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Opelousas and Opelousas in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creswell Middle School: 162. Opelousas Junior High School: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creswell Middle School and Opelousas Junior High School rank in Louisiana?
Creswell Middle School is 197th of 218 and Opelousas Junior High School is 195th of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).