Arbolita Elementary vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arbolita Elementary
La Habra · Public elementary · Grades K–6
379 students
Washington Middle
La Habra · Public middle · Grades 7–8
580 students
| Measure | Arbolita Elementary La Habra, California | Washington Middle La Habra, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4746 of 5,693 | #820 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #46693 of 50,301 | #12752 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 379 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 23% |
| city | La Habra | La Habra |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.6 vs 16.8).
- •Arbolita Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 23%).
- •Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 29%).
- •Arbolita Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 85%).
- •Washington Middle does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 22.3).
- •Washington Middle is the larger school with 580 students compared with 379.
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 Arbolita Elementary better than Washington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Middle ranks higher (25.6 vs 16.8 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 Arbolita Elementary and Washington Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between La Habra and La Habra in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arbolita Elementary: 379. Washington Middle: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arbolita Elementary and Washington Middle rank in California?
Arbolita Elementary is 4746th of 5,693 and Washington Middle is 820th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).