Northwestern Middle School vs Zachary Early Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Louisiana, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwestern Middle School
Zachary · Public middle · Grades 7–8
841 students
Zachary Early Learning Center
Zachary · Public other · Grades PK–PK
201 students
| Measure | Northwestern Middle School Zachary, Louisiana | Zachary Early Learning Center Zachary, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #41 of 218 | – |
| National rank | #1670 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 841 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 841 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | – |
| Math proficiency | 82% | – |
| city | Zachary | Zachary |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwestern Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.4% vs 62.7%).
- •Zachary Early Learning Center does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.6).
- •Northwestern Middle School is the larger school with 841 students compared with 201.
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 Northwestern Middle School better than Zachary Early Learning Center?
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 Northwestern Middle School and Zachary Early Learning Center?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Zachary and Zachary in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwestern Middle School: 841. Zachary Early Learning Center: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwestern Middle School and Zachary Early Learning Center rank in Louisiana?
Northwestern Middle School is 41st of 218 and Zachary Early Learning Center is unranked among middle schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).