George Welch Elementary School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Welch Elementary School
West Monroe · Public elementary · Grades K–5
429 students
Highland Elementary School
West Monroe · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
263 students
| Measure | George Welch Elementary School West Monroe, Louisiana | Highland Elementary School West Monroe, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #79 of 697 | #172 of 697 |
| National rank | #4483 of 50,301 | #7258 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 429 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 82% |
| city | West Monroe | West Monroe |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Welch Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.9 vs 76.1).
- •George Welch Elementary School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •George Welch Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 87%).
- •George Welch Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.4% vs 61.6%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.9).
- •George Welch Elementary School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 263.
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 George Welch Elementary School better than Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), George Welch Elementary School ranks higher (80.9 vs 76.1 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 George Welch Elementary School and Highland Elementary School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between West Monroe and West Monroe in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Welch Elementary School: 429. Highland Elementary School: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Welch Elementary School and Highland Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
George Welch Elementary School is 79th of 697 and Highland Elementary School is 172nd of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).