G.T. Woods School vs Tom Benson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
G.T. Woods School
Kenner · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
375 students
Tom Benson School
Kenner · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
631 students
| Measure | G.T. Woods School Kenner, Louisiana | Tom Benson School Kenner, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #481 of 697 | #604 of 697 |
| National rank | #21656 of 50,301 | #30842 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 375 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.4% | 62.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 29% |
| city | Kenner | Kenner |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •G.T. Woods School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 41.7).
- •G.T. Woods School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 29%).
- •G.T. Woods School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Tom Benson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.9% vs 70.4%).
- •G.T. Woods School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.4).
- •Tom Benson School is the larger school with 631 students compared with 375.
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 G.T. Woods School better than Tom Benson School?
On the Success Index (US), G.T. Woods School ranks higher (55.0 vs 41.7 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 G.T. Woods School and Tom Benson School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Kenner and Kenner in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G.T. Woods School: 375. Tom Benson School: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G.T. Woods School and Tom Benson School rank in Louisiana?
G.T. Woods School is 481st of 697 and Tom Benson School is 604th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).