Highland Elementary School vs The Emerge School for Autism
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary School
Baton Rouge · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
288 students
The Emerge School for Autism
Baton Rouge · Charter elementary · Grades K–3
48 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary School Baton Rouge, Louisiana | The Emerge School for Autism Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #403 of 697 | – |
| National rank | #17199 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 288 | 48 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 48 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.3% | 33.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Emerge School for Autism scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 61.4).
- •The Emerge School for Autism does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.3% vs 58.3%).
- •Highland Elementary School is the larger school with 288 students compared with 48.
- •Highland Elementary School is a public school while The Emerge School for Autism is a charter 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 Highland Elementary School better than The Emerge School for Autism?
On the Success Index (US), The Emerge School for Autism ranks higher (69.8 vs 61.4 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 Highland Elementary School and The Emerge School for Autism?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Baton Rouge and Baton Rouge in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary School: 288. The Emerge School for Autism: 48. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary School and The Emerge School for Autism rank in Louisiana?
Highland Elementary School is 403rd of 697 and The Emerge School for Autism is unranked among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).