Arthur E. Wright Middle vs Bay Laurel Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur E. Wright Middle
Calabasas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
670 students
Bay Laurel Elementary
Calabasas · Public elementary · Grades K–5
480 students
| Measure | Arthur E. Wright Middle Calabasas, California | Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 1,334 | #1214 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2957 of 15,369 | #16230 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 670 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 17.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 53% |
| city | Calabasas | Calabasas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur E. Wright Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 62.8).
- •Arthur E. Wright Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 53%).
- •Arthur E. Wright Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 61%).
- •Bay Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.5% vs 29.1%).
- •Bay Laurel Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 24.8).
- •Arthur E. Wright Middle is the larger school with 670 students compared with 480.
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 Arthur E. Wright Middle better than Bay Laurel Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur E. Wright Middle ranks higher (71.8 vs 62.8 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 Arthur E. Wright Middle and Bay Laurel Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Calabasas and Calabasas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur E. Wright Middle: 670. Bay Laurel Elementary: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur E. Wright Middle and Bay Laurel Elementary rank in California?
Arthur E. Wright Middle is 160th of 1,334 and Bay Laurel Elementary is 1214th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).