Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 334 km 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
Washington Elementary
Mendota · Public elementary · Grades K–1
423 students
| Measure | Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, California | Washington Elementary Mendota, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5374 of 5,693 | #5477 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49082 of 50,301 | #49472 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 423 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Van Nuys | Mendota |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.3 vs 10.0).
- •Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.9% vs 97.4%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 23.5).
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 Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary ranks higher (11.3 vs 10.0 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 Washington Elementary?
About 334 km in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Mendota in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary: 423. Washington Elementary: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary is 5374th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 5477th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).