Arcata Elementary vs Blue Lake Union Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcata Elementary
Arcata · Public elementary · Grades K–5
240 students
Blue Lake Union Elementary
Blue Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–8
153 students
| Measure | Arcata Elementary Arcata, California | Blue Lake Union Elementary Blue Lake, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2389 of 5,693 | #2650 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30604 of 50,301 | #32867 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 240 | 153 |
| Enrollment | 240 | 153 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.8% | 62.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Arcata | Blue Lake |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arcata Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.0 vs 38.6).
- •Arcata Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Arcata Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Blue Lake Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.1% vs 78.8%).
- •Blue Lake Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 16.0).
- •Arcata Elementary is the larger school with 240 students compared with 153.
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 Arcata Elementary better than Blue Lake Union Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arcata Elementary ranks higher (42.0 vs 38.6 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 Arcata Elementary and Blue Lake Union Elementary?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Arcata and Blue Lake in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcata Elementary: 240. Blue Lake Union Elementary: 153. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcata Elementary and Blue Lake Union Elementary rank in California?
Arcata Elementary is 2389th of 5,693 and Blue Lake Union Elementary is 2650th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).