Arma J. Shull Elementary vs La Canada Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arma J. Shull Elementary
San Dimas · Public elementary · Grades K–5
633 students
La Canada Elementary
La Canada · Public elementary · Grades K–6
633 students
| Measure | Arma J. Shull Elementary San Dimas, California | La Canada Elementary La Canada, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #410 of 5,693 | #75 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6401 of 50,301 | #2903 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 633 | 633 |
| Enrollment | 633 | 633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.1% | 6.8% |
| Students per teacher | 28.8 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 90% |
| city | San Dimas | La Canada |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Canada Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 77.5).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on math proficiency (90% vs 78%).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 82%).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.8% vs 26.1%).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.4 vs 28.8).
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 Arma J. Shull Elementary better than La Canada Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Canada Elementary ranks higher (84.0 vs 77.5 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 Arma J. Shull Elementary and La Canada Elementary?
About 37 km in a straight line, between San Dimas and La Canada in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arma J. Shull Elementary: 633. La Canada Elementary: 633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arma J. Shull Elementary and La Canada Elementary rank in California?
Arma J. Shull Elementary is 410th of 5,693 and La Canada Elementary is 75th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).