Frederick A. Douglass High School vs G W Carver High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frederick A. Douglass High School
New Orleans · Charter high · Grades 9–13
658 students
G W Carver High School
New Orleans · Charter high · Grades 9–13
771 students
| Measure | Frederick A. Douglass High School New Orleans, Louisiana | G W Carver High School New Orleans, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #166 of 246 | #180 of 246 |
| National rank | #7367 of 16,910 | #8078 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 658 | 771 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 771 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | New Orleans | New Orleans |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frederick A. Douglass High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.8 vs 51.2).
- •Frederick A. Douglass High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Frederick A. Douglass High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 93.1%).
- •G W Carver High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.6).
- •G W Carver High School is the larger school with 771 students compared with 658.
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 Frederick A. Douglass High School better than G W Carver High School?
On the Success Index (US), Frederick A. Douglass High School ranks higher (53.8 vs 51.2 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 Frederick A. Douglass High School and G W Carver High School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between New Orleans and New Orleans in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick A. Douglass High School: 658. G W Carver High School: 771. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick A. Douglass High School and G W Carver High School rank in Louisiana?
Frederick A. Douglass High School is 166th of 246 and G W Carver High School is 180th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).