Aviation Elementary vs Da Vinci Connect
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aviation Elementary
Hawthorne · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
439 students
Da Vinci Connect
Hawthorne · Charter other · Grades K–12
923 students
| Measure | Aviation Elementary Hawthorne, California | Da Vinci Connect Hawthorne, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1030 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #13820 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 439 | 923 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 923 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.8% | 43.4% |
| Students per teacher | 29.3 | 40.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 60% |
| city | Hawthorne | Hawthorne |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Da Vinci Connect does better on math proficiency (60% vs 58%).
- •Da Vinci Connect does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 71%).
- •Aviation Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.8% vs 43.4%).
- •Aviation Elementary does better on students per teacher (29.3 vs 40.1).
- •Da Vinci Connect is the larger school with 923 students compared with 439.
- •Aviation Elementary is a public school while Da Vinci Connect is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Aviation Elementary better than Da Vinci Connect?
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 Aviation Elementary and Da Vinci Connect?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hawthorne and Hawthorne in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aviation Elementary: 439. Da Vinci Connect: 923. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aviation Elementary and Da Vinci Connect rank in California?
Aviation Elementary is 1030th of 5,693 and Da Vinci Connect is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).