Riverside Elementary School vs Sixth Ward Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverside Elementary School
Pearl River · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
420 students
Sixth Ward Elementary School
Pearl River · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
335 students
| Measure | Riverside Elementary School Pearl River, Louisiana | Sixth Ward Elementary School Pearl River, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #57 of 697 | #55 of 697 |
| National rank | #3490 of 50,301 | #3365 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 420 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 420 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.3% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 82% |
| city | Pearl River | Pearl River |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.8 vs 83.1).
- •Sixth Ward Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 78%).
- •Riverside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.3% vs 60%).
- •Sixth Ward Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.7).
- •Riverside Elementary School is the larger school with 420 students compared with 335.
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 Riverside Elementary School better than Sixth Ward Elementary 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 Riverside Elementary School and Sixth Ward Elementary School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Pearl River and Pearl River in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverside Elementary School: 420. Sixth Ward Elementary School: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverside Elementary School and Sixth Ward Elementary School rank in Louisiana?
Riverside Elementary School is 57th of 697 and Sixth Ward Elementary School is 55th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).