Alameda Elementary vs Imperial Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alameda Elementary
Downey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
744 students
Imperial Elementary
Downey · Public elementary · Grades K–3
653 students
| Measure | Alameda Elementary Downey, California | Imperial Elementary Downey, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2476 of 5,693 | #1991 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31429 of 50,301 | #26289 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 744 | 653 |
| Enrollment | 744 | 653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.5% | 75.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| city | Downey | Downey |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Imperial Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.3 vs 40.7).
- •Imperial Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Imperial Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Imperial Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.7% vs 84.5%).
- •Imperial Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 24.0).
- •Alameda Elementary is the larger school with 744 students compared with 653.
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 Alameda Elementary better than Imperial Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Imperial Elementary ranks higher (48.3 vs 40.7 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 Alameda Elementary and Imperial Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Downey and Downey in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alameda Elementary: 744. Imperial Elementary: 653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alameda Elementary and Imperial Elementary rank in California?
Alameda Elementary is 2476th of 5,693 and Imperial Elementary is 1991st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).