Arroyo vs White Oaks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
290 students
White Oaks Elementary
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades K–3
250 students
| Measure | Arroyo San Carlos, California | White Oaks Elementary San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #337 of 5,693 | #18 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5585 of 50,301 | #1807 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 290 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.7% | 6.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 97.5% |
| city | San Carlos | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.6 vs 78.9).
- •White Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (97.5% vs 73%).
- •White Oaks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 76%).
- •White Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.4% vs 9.7%).
- •Arroyo does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 22.7).
- •Arroyo is the larger school with 290 students compared with 250.
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 better than White Oaks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), White Oaks Elementary ranks higher (86.6 vs 78.9 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 and White Oaks Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo: 290. White Oaks Elementary: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo and White Oaks Elementary rank in California?
Arroyo is 337th of 5,693 and White Oaks Elementary is 18th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).