Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary vs Opal Robinson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary
Manhattan Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
469 students
Opal Robinson Elementary
Manhattan Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
303 students
| Measure | Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, California | Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #50 of 5,693 | #39 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2502 of 50,301 | #2375 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 469 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.9% | 4.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 92% |
| city | Manhattan Beach | Manhattan Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.8 vs 85.2).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 89%).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 91%).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.3% vs 4.9%).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 23.5).
- •Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary is the larger school with 469 students compared with 303.
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 Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary better than Opal Robinson Elementary?
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 Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary and Opal Robinson Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Manhattan Beach and Manhattan Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary: 469. Opal Robinson Elementary: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary and Opal Robinson Elementary rank in California?
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary is 50th of 5,693 and Opal Robinson Elementary is 39th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).