Little Oak Middle School vs Northwestern Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Louisiana, United States, 142 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Little Oak Middle School
Slidell · Public middle · Grades 4–6
847 students
Northwestern Middle School
Zachary · Public middle · Grades 7–8
841 students
| Measure | Little Oak Middle School Slidell, Louisiana | Northwestern Middle School Zachary, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 218 | #41 of 218 |
| National rank | #1047 of 15,369 | #1670 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 847 | 841 |
| Enrollment | 847 | 841 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 60.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 82% |
| city | Slidell | Zachary |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Little Oak Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 78.8).
- •Northwestern Middle School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 80%).
- •Northwestern Middle School does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 84%).
- •Little Oak Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.4% vs 60.4%).
- •Northwestern Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.4).
- •Little Oak Middle School is the larger school with 847 students compared with 841.
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 Little Oak Middle School better than Northwestern Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Little Oak Middle School ranks higher (82.9 vs 78.8 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 Little Oak Middle School and Northwestern Middle School?
About 142 km in a straight line, between Slidell and Zachary in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Little Oak Middle School: 847. Northwestern Middle School: 841. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Little Oak Middle School and Northwestern Middle School rank in Louisiana?
Little Oak Middle School is 21st of 218 and Northwestern Middle School is 41st of 218 among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).