Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary vs Hazeltine Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 537 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
Hazeltine Avenue Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
621 students
| Measure | Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, California | Hazeltine Avenue Elementary Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5374 of 5,693 | #3984 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49082 of 50,301 | #42753 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 423 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 33% |
| city | Van Nuys | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hazeltine Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 11.3).
- •Hazeltine Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 19%).
- •Hazeltine Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 31%).
- •Hazeltine Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 96.9%).
- •Hazeltine Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 23.5).
- •Hazeltine Avenue Elementary is the larger school with 621 students compared with 423.
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 Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary better than Hazeltine Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hazeltine Avenue Elementary ranks higher (23.3 vs 11.3 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 Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary and Hazeltine Avenue Elementary?
About 537 m in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary: 423. Hazeltine Avenue Elementary: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary and Hazeltine Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary is 5374th of 5,693 and Hazeltine Avenue Elementary is 3984th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).