I.A. Lewis School vs Lowery Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 310 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
I.A. Lewis School
Ruston · Public middle · Grades 6–6
277 students
Lowery Middle School
Donaldsonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
277 students
| Measure | I.A. Lewis School Ruston, Louisiana | Lowery Middle School Donaldsonville, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 218 | #172 of 218 |
| National rank | #4640 of 15,369 | #7550 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 277 | 277 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 277 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.7% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 42% |
| city | Ruston | Donaldsonville |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •I.A. Lewis School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.8 vs 50.5).
- •I.A. Lewis School does better on math proficiency (61% vs 42%).
- •I.A. Lewis School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 54%).
- •I.A. Lewis School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.7% vs 91.3%).
- •Lowery Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 12.6).
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 I.A. Lewis School better than Lowery Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), I.A. Lewis School ranks higher (63.8 vs 50.5 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 I.A. Lewis School and Lowery Middle School?
About 310 km in a straight line, between Ruston and Donaldsonville in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
I.A. Lewis School: 277. Lowery Middle School: 277. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do I.A. Lewis School and Lowery Middle School rank in Louisiana?
I.A. Lewis School is 128th of 218 and Lowery Middle School is 172nd of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).