Adams Elementary vs Diamond Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
Diamond Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Santa Ana, California | Diamond Elementary Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4141 of 5,693 | #4145 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43622 of 50,301 | #43636 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 320 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 93.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 21.9).
- •Diamond Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Diamond Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.7% vs 96.3%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 22.9).
- •Diamond Elementary is the larger school with 367 students compared with 320.
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 Adams Elementary better than Diamond Elementary?
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 Adams Elementary and Diamond Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 320. Diamond Elementary: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and Diamond Elementary rank in California?
Adams Elementary is 4141st of 5,693 and Diamond Elementary is 4145th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).