L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School vs M.R. Weaver Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School
Natchitoches · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
687 students
M.R. Weaver Elementary School
Natchitoches · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
379 students
| Measure | L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School Natchitoches, Louisiana | M.R. Weaver Elementary School Natchitoches, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #651 of 697 | #673 of 697 |
| National rank | #35273 of 50,301 | #39207 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–4 |
| Students | 687 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 97.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Natchitoches | Natchitoches |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 29.0).
- •L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.7% vs 97.1%).
- •L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School is the larger school with 687 students compared with 379.
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.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School better than M.R. Weaver Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School ranks higher (35.0 vs 29.0 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.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School and M.R. Weaver Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Natchitoches and Natchitoches in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School: 687. M.R. Weaver Elementary School: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School and M.R. Weaver Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
L.P. Vaughn Elementary & Middle School is 651st of 697 and M.R. Weaver Elementary School is 673rd of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).