Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School vs J.W. Faulk Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades K–6
247 students
J.W. Faulk Elementary School
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
424 students
| Measure | Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School Lafayette, Louisiana | J.W. Faulk Elementary School Lafayette, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #603 of 697 | #601 of 697 |
| National rank | #30807 of 50,301 | #30760 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 247 | 424 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.1% | 94.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 48% |
| Math proficiency | – | 49% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.7 vs 41.8).
- •Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 94.3%).
- •Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 14.6).
- •J.W. Faulk Elementary School is the larger school with 424 students compared with 247.
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 Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School better than J.W. Faulk Elementary 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 Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School and J.W. Faulk Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School: 247. J.W. Faulk Elementary School: 424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School and J.W. Faulk Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School is 603rd of 697 and J.W. Faulk Elementary School is 601st of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).