Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary vs Van Nuys Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 970 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
Van Nuys Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
459 students
| Measure | Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, California | Van Nuys Elementary Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5374 of 5,693 | #5384 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49082 of 50,301 | #49114 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 423 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 23% |
| city | Van Nuys | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.3 vs 11.3).
- •Van Nuys Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 19%).
- •Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 25%).
- •Van Nuys Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 23.5).
- •Van Nuys Elementary is the larger school with 459 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 Van Nuys 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 Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary and Van Nuys Elementary?
About 970 m in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary: 423. Van Nuys Elementary: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary and Van Nuys Elementary rank in California?
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary is 5374th of 5,693 and Van Nuys Elementary is 5384th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).