L.W. Higgins High School vs Sam Houston High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 300 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L.W. Higgins High School
Marrero · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,136 students
Sam Houston High School
Lake Charles · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,141 students
| Measure | L.W. Higgins High School Marrero, Louisiana | Sam Houston High School Lake Charles, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #182 of 246 | #11 of 246 |
| National rank | #8108 of 16,910 | #895 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,136 | 1,141 |
| Enrollment | 1,136 | 1,141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 85% |
| city | Marrero | Lake Charles |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sam Houston High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 51.1).
- •Sam Houston High School does better on math proficiency (85% vs 67%).
- •Sam Houston High School does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 62%).
- •Sam Houston High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 79.1%).
- •Sam Houston High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.7).
- •Sam Houston High School is the larger school with 1,141 students compared with 1,136.
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.W. Higgins High School better than Sam Houston High School?
On the Success Index (US), Sam Houston High School ranks higher (82.9 vs 51.1 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 L.W. Higgins High School and Sam Houston High School?
About 300 km in a straight line, between Marrero and Lake Charles in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L.W. Higgins High School: 1,136. Sam Houston High School: 1,141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L.W. Higgins High School and Sam Houston High School rank in Louisiana?
L.W. Higgins High School is 182nd of 246 and Sam Houston High School is 11th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).