Arundel Elementary vs Tierra Linda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arundel Elementary
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades K–3
388 students
Tierra Linda Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Arundel Elementary San Carlos, California | Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #228 of 5,693 | #69 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4466 of 50,301 | #1478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.3% | 11.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 71% |
| city | San Carlos | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.9 vs 80.1).
- •Arundel Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Arundel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 76%).
- •Tierra Linda Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.1% vs 11.3%).
- •Tierra Linda Middle does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.8).
- •Tierra Linda Middle is the larger school with 451 students compared with 388.
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 Arundel Elementary better than Tierra Linda Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arundel Elementary and Tierra Linda Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arundel Elementary: 388. Tierra Linda Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arundel Elementary and Tierra Linda Middle rank in California?
Arundel Elementary is 228th of 5,693 and Tierra Linda Middle is 69th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).