Alexander Hamilton Senior High vs Palms Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Hamilton Senior High
Los Angeles · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,055 students
Palms Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
229 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles, California | Palms Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #715 of 1,343 | #3866 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12314 of 16,910 | #42137 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,055 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 2,055 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.1% | 78.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Hamilton Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 24.3).
- •Palms Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Alexander Hamilton Senior High does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 32%).
- •Alexander Hamilton Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.1% vs 78.6%).
- •Palms Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.4).
- •Alexander Hamilton Senior High is the larger school with 2,055 students compared with 229.
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 Alexander Hamilton Senior High better than Palms Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander Hamilton Senior High ranks higher (34.4 vs 24.3 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 Alexander Hamilton Senior High and Palms Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High: 2,055. Palms Elementary: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton Senior High and Palms Elementary rank in California?
Alexander Hamilton Senior High is 715th of 1,343 and Palms Elementary is 3866th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).