L.H. Marrero Middle School vs West Jefferson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L.H. Marrero Middle School
Marrero · Public middle · Grades 6–8
619 students
West Jefferson High School
Harvey · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,438 students
| Measure | L.H. Marrero Middle School Marrero, Louisiana | West Jefferson High School Harvey, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #150 of 218 | #199 of 246 |
| National rank | #5885 of 15,369 | #9463 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 619 | 1,438 |
| Enrollment | 619 | 1,438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 62.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| city | Marrero | Harvey |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L.H. Marrero Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 46.0).
- •L.H. Marrero Middle School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •L.H. Marrero Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •West Jefferson High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.9% vs 70%).
- •L.H. Marrero Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 18.7).
- •West Jefferson High School is the larger school with 1,438 students compared with 619.
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 L.H. Marrero Middle School better than West Jefferson High School?
On the Success Index (US), L.H. Marrero Middle School ranks higher (58.1 vs 46.0 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 L.H. Marrero Middle School and West Jefferson High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Marrero and Harvey in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L.H. Marrero Middle School: 619. West Jefferson High School: 1,438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L.H. Marrero Middle School and West Jefferson High School rank in Louisiana?
L.H. Marrero Middle School is 150th of 218 and West Jefferson High School is 199th of 246 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).