Arthur F. Corey Elementary vs Carl E. Gilbert Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur F. Corey Elementary
Buena Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
341 students
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary
Buena Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
490 students
| Measure | Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, California | Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2772 of 5,693 | #4262 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #34018 of 50,301 | #44264 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 341 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.9% | 93.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 27.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| city | Buena Park | Buena Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur F. Corey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.9 vs 20.9).
- •Arthur F. Corey Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Arthur F. Corey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 33%).
- •Arthur F. Corey Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.9% vs 93.9%).
- •Arthur F. Corey Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.4 vs 27.2).
- •Carl E. Gilbert Elementary is the larger school with 490 students compared with 341.
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 F. Corey Elementary better than Carl E. Gilbert Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur F. Corey Elementary ranks higher (36.9 vs 20.9 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 Arthur F. Corey Elementary and Carl E. Gilbert Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Buena Park and Buena Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur F. Corey Elementary: 341. Carl E. Gilbert Elementary: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur F. Corey Elementary and Carl E. Gilbert Elementary rank in California?
Arthur F. Corey Elementary is 2772nd of 5,693 and Carl E. Gilbert Elementary is 4262nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).