Highland Elementary School vs Riser Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary School
West Monroe · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
263 students
Riser Middle School
West Monroe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
410 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary School West Monroe, Louisiana | Riser Middle School West Monroe, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #172 of 697 | #154 of 218 |
| National rank | #7258 of 50,301 | #6116 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 263 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 50% |
| city | West Monroe | West Monroe |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.1 vs 57.1).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 50%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 62%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 81%).
- •Riser Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.5).
- •Riser Middle School is the larger school with 410 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 Highland Elementary School better than Riser Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary School ranks higher (76.1 vs 57.1 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 Highland Elementary School and Riser Middle School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between West Monroe and West Monroe in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary School: 263. Riser Middle School: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary School and Riser Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Highland Elementary School is 172nd of 697 and Riser Middle School is 154th of 218 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).