Aeolian Elementary vs Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aeolian Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–6
283 students
Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary
Santa Fe Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–6
307 students
| Measure | Aeolian Elementary Whittier, California | Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary Santa Fe Springs, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3467 of 5,693 | #3397 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39564 of 50,301 | #39021 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 283 | 307 |
| Enrollment | 283 | 307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.2% | 86.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 39% |
| city | Whittier | Santa Fe Springs |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.4 vs 29.3).
- •Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Aeolian Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.6% vs 91.2%).
- •Aeolian Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 23.6).
- •Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary is the larger school with 307 students compared with 283.
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 Aeolian Elementary better than Rancho Santa Gertrudes 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 Aeolian Elementary and Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Whittier and Santa Fe Springs in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aeolian Elementary: 283. Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary: 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aeolian Elementary and Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary rank in California?
Aeolian Elementary is 3467th of 5,693 and Rancho Santa Gertrudes Elementary is 3397th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).