LaGrange Elementary School vs West St. Mary High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
LaGrange Elementary School
Franklin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
221 students
West St. Mary High School
Baldwin · Public high · Grades 9–12
276 students
| Measure | LaGrange Elementary School Franklin, Louisiana | West St. Mary High School Baldwin, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #554 of 697 | #194 of 246 |
| National rank | #26608 of 50,301 | #9074 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 221 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.2% | 88% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| city | Franklin | Baldwin |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (47.8 vs 47.5).
- •West St. Mary High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •LaGrange Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •West St. Mary High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88% vs 93.2%).
- •West St. Mary High School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.0).
- •West St. Mary High School is the larger school with 276 students compared with 221.
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 LaGrange Elementary School better than West St. Mary High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are LaGrange Elementary School and West St. Mary High School?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Franklin and Baldwin in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
LaGrange Elementary School: 221. West St. Mary High School: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do LaGrange Elementary School and West St. Mary High School rank in Louisiana?
LaGrange Elementary School is 554th of 697 and West St. Mary High School is 194th of 246 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).