Arroyo Elementary vs Cortez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 590 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
479 students
Cortez Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–8
607 students
| Measure | Arroyo Elementary Pomona, California | Cortez Elementary Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5242 of 5,693 | #3410 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48621 of 50,301 | #39112 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 479 | 607 |
| Enrollment | 479 | 607 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.9% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 39% |
| city | Pomona | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cortez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 12.6).
- •Cortez Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 22%).
- •Cortez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 28%).
- •Cortez Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 93.9%).
- •Arroyo Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 25.3).
- •Cortez Elementary is the larger school with 607 students compared with 479.
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 Arroyo Elementary better than Cortez Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cortez Elementary ranks higher (29.1 vs 12.6 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 Arroyo Elementary and Cortez Elementary?
About 590 m in a straight line, between Pomona and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo Elementary: 479. Cortez Elementary: 607. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo Elementary and Cortez Elementary rank in California?
Arroyo Elementary is 5242nd of 5,693 and Cortez Elementary is 3410th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).