Beresford Elementary vs Laurel Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 963 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beresford Elementary
San Mateo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
218 students
Laurel Elementary
San Mateo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
469 students
| Measure | Beresford Elementary San Mateo, California | Laurel Elementary San Mateo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1905 of 5,693 | #3143 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25213 of 50,301 | #37222 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 218 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 218 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.7% | 76.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 38% |
| city | San Mateo | San Mateo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Beresford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 32.0).
- •Beresford Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 38%).
- •Beresford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Beresford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.7% vs 76.5%).
- •Beresford Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.3).
- •Laurel Elementary is the larger school with 469 students compared with 218.
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 Beresford Elementary better than Laurel Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Beresford Elementary ranks higher (49.9 vs 32.0 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 Beresford Elementary and Laurel Elementary?
About 963 m in a straight line, between San Mateo and San Mateo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beresford Elementary: 218. Laurel Elementary: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beresford Elementary and Laurel Elementary rank in California?
Beresford Elementary is 1905th of 5,693 and Laurel Elementary is 3143rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).