Ada S. Nelson Elementary vs Grace Thille Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ada S. Nelson Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–6
358 students
Grace Thille Elementary
Santa Paula · Public elementary · Grades K–6
358 students
| Measure | Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, California | Grace Thille Elementary Santa Paula, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2642 of 5,693 | #2780 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32799 of 50,301 | #34097 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 358 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 45% |
| city | Whittier | Santa Paula |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ada S. Nelson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 36.8).
- •Ada S. Nelson Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Grace Thille Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 53%).
- •Ada S. Nelson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 93%).
- •Grace Thille Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 25.6).
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 Ada S. Nelson Elementary better than Grace Thille Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ada S. Nelson Elementary ranks higher (38.7 vs 36.8 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 Ada S. Nelson Elementary and Grace Thille Elementary?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Whittier and Santa Paula in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary: 358. Grace Thille Elementary: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ada S. Nelson Elementary and Grace Thille Elementary rank in California?
Ada S. Nelson Elementary is 2642nd of 5,693 and Grace Thille Elementary is 2780th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).