J.W. Faulk Elementary School vs Northside High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 640 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.W. Faulk Elementary School
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
424 students
Northside High School
Lafayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
713 students
| Measure | J.W. Faulk Elementary School Lafayette, Louisiana | Northside High School Lafayette, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #601 of 697 | #234 of 246 |
| National rank | #30760 of 50,301 | #12608 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 424 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.3% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 42% |
| city | Lafayette | Lafayette |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J.W. Faulk Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 33.2).
- •J.W. Faulk Elementary School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •J.W. Faulk Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 36%).
- •Northside High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.5% vs 94.3%).
- •J.W. Faulk Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.8).
- •Northside High School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 424.
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 J.W. Faulk Elementary School better than Northside High School?
On the Success Index (US), J.W. Faulk Elementary School ranks higher (41.8 vs 33.2 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 J.W. Faulk Elementary School and Northside High School?
About 640 m in a straight line, between Lafayette and Lafayette in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.W. Faulk Elementary School: 424. Northside High School: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.W. Faulk Elementary School and Northside High School rank in Louisiana?
J.W. Faulk Elementary School is 601st of 697 and Northside High School is 234th of 246 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).