East Jefferson High School vs Live Oak High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 101 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Jefferson High School
Metairie · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,381 students
Live Oak High School
Watson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,392 students
| Measure | East Jefferson High School Metairie, Louisiana | Live Oak High School Watson, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #175 of 246 | #78 of 246 |
| National rank | #7922 of 16,910 | #3503 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,381 | 1,392 |
| Enrollment | 1,381 | 1,392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 88% |
| city | Metairie | Watson |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Live Oak High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 51.7).
- •Live Oak High School does better on math proficiency (88% vs 58%).
- •Live Oak High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 59%).
- •Live Oak High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 62.8%).
- •Live Oak High School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 19.7).
- •Live Oak High School is the larger school with 1,392 students compared with 1,381.
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 East Jefferson High School better than Live Oak High School?
On the Success Index (US), Live Oak High School ranks higher (69.2 vs 51.7 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 East Jefferson High School and Live Oak High School?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Metairie and Watson in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Jefferson High School: 1,381. Live Oak High School: 1,392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Jefferson High School and Live Oak High School rank in Louisiana?
East Jefferson High School is 175th of 246 and Live Oak High School is 78th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).