Southwood High School vs West Ouachita High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Louisiana, United States, 139 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southwood High School
Shreveport · Public high · Grades 9–13
971 students
West Ouachita High School
West Monroe · Public high · Grades 8–12
968 students
| Measure | Southwood High School Shreveport, Louisiana | West Ouachita High School West Monroe, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #122 of 246 | #57 of 246 |
| National rank | #5025 of 16,910 | #2818 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 971 | 968 |
| Enrollment | 971 | 968 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 46.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 73% |
| city | Shreveport | West Monroe |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Ouachita High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 63.1).
- •West Ouachita High School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 68%).
- •West Ouachita High School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 73%).
- •West Ouachita High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.1% vs 71.7%).
- •Southwood High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.1).
- •Southwood High School is the larger school with 971 students compared with 968.
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 Southwood High School better than West Ouachita High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Ouachita High School ranks higher (72.0 vs 63.1 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 Southwood High School and West Ouachita High School?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Shreveport and West Monroe in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southwood High School: 971. West Ouachita High School: 968. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southwood High School and West Ouachita High School rank in Louisiana?
Southwood High School is 122nd of 246 and West Ouachita High School is 57th of 246 among high schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).