Tom Benson School vs Walter Schneckenburger Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Louisiana, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Tom Benson School
Kenner · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
631 students
Walter Schneckenburger Elem School
Kenner · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
327 students
| Measure | Tom Benson School Kenner, Louisiana | Walter Schneckenburger Elem School Kenner, Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #604 of 697 | #158 of 697 |
| National rank | #30842 of 50,301 | #6786 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 631 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 631 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.9% | 67.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 72% |
| city | Kenner | Kenner |
| state | Louisiana | Louisiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter Schneckenburger Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 41.7).
- •Walter Schneckenburger Elem School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 29%).
- •Walter Schneckenburger Elem School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Tom Benson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.9% vs 67.3%).
- •Walter Schneckenburger Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.4).
- •Tom Benson School is the larger school with 631 students compared with 327.
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 Tom Benson School better than Walter Schneckenburger Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter Schneckenburger Elem School ranks higher (76.9 vs 41.7 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 Tom Benson School and Walter Schneckenburger Elem School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Kenner and Kenner in Louisiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Tom Benson School: 631. Walter Schneckenburger Elem School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Tom Benson School and Walter Schneckenburger Elem School rank in Louisiana?
Tom Benson School is 604th of 697 and Walter Schneckenburger Elem School is 158th of 697 among elementary schools in Louisiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).