Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy vs McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy
Baton Rouge · Charter high · Grades 9–12
504 students
McKinley Elementary
Baton Rouge · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
628 students
| Measure | Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy Baton Rouge, Louisiana | McKinley Elementary Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #176 of 246 | #572 of 697 |
| National rank | #7952 of 16,910 | #28625 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 504 | 628 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 628 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 45.0).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.2% vs 82.5%).
- •Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.1).
- •McKinley Elementary is the larger school with 628 students compared with 504.
- •Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy is a charter school while McKinley Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy better than McKinley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy ranks higher (51.6 vs 45.0 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 Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy and McKinley Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy: 504. McKinley Elementary: 628. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy and McKinley Elementary rank in Louisiana?
Helix Mentorship STEAM Academy is 176th of 246 and McKinley Elementary is 572nd of 697 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).