Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford vs Lucille Cherbonnier School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford
Avondale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
769 students
Lucille Cherbonnier School
Waggaman · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
466 students
| Measure | Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford Avondale, Louisiana | Lucille Cherbonnier School Waggaman, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #586 of 697 | #605 of 697 |
| National rank | #29321 of 50,301 | #31009 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 769 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 769 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 86.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 37% |
| city | Avondale | Waggaman |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.9 vs 41.4).
- •Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford does better on math proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Lucille Cherbonnier School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.3% vs 86.1%).
- •Lucille Cherbonnier School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.0).
- •Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford is the larger school with 769 students compared with 466.
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 Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford better than Lucille Cherbonnier School?
On the Success Index (US), Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford ranks higher (43.9 vs 41.4 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 Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford and Lucille Cherbonnier School?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Avondale and Waggaman in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford: 769. Lucille Cherbonnier School: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford and Lucille Cherbonnier School rank in Louisiana?
Emmett C.Gilbert School of Excellence at Ford is 586th of 697 and Lucille Cherbonnier School is 605th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).