Emily C. Watkins Elementary vs Fifth Ward Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emily C. Watkins Elementary
Laplace · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
551 students
Fifth Ward Elementary School
Reserve · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
306 students
| Measure | Emily C. Watkins Elementary Laplace, Louisiana | Fifth Ward Elementary School Reserve, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 697 | #544 of 697 |
| National rank | #15981 of 50,301 | #26155 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 551 | 306 |
| Enrollment | 551 | 306 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.6% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 52% |
| city | Laplace | Reserve |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emily C. Watkins Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.2 vs 48.5).
- •Emily C. Watkins Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 52%).
- •Emily C. Watkins Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 47%).
- •Emily C. Watkins Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.6% vs 86.9%).
- •Emily C. Watkins Elementary is the larger school with 551 students compared with 306.
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 Emily C. Watkins Elementary better than Fifth Ward Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Emily C. Watkins Elementary ranks higher (63.2 vs 48.5 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 Emily C. Watkins Elementary and Fifth Ward Elementary School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Laplace and Reserve in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emily C. Watkins Elementary: 551. Fifth Ward Elementary School: 306. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emily C. Watkins Elementary and Fifth Ward Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Emily C. Watkins Elementary is 370th of 697 and Fifth Ward Elementary School is 544th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).