Birney Tech Academy vs Howard Wood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birney Tech Academy
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
344 students
Howard Wood Elementary
Torrance · Public elementary · Grades K–5
344 students
| Measure | Birney Tech Academy Pico Rivera, California | Howard Wood Elementary Torrance, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4413 of 5,693 | #1594 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45010 of 50,301 | #20961 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 344 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 344 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 42.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 59% |
| city | Pico Rivera | Torrance |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Howard Wood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 19.7).
- •Howard Wood Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 24%).
- •Howard Wood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 36%).
- •Howard Wood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 80.8%).
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 Birney Tech Academy better than Howard Wood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Howard Wood Elementary ranks higher (56.0 vs 19.7 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 Birney Tech Academy and Howard Wood Elementary?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Pico Rivera and Torrance in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Birney Tech Academy: 344. Howard Wood Elementary: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Birney Tech Academy and Howard Wood Elementary rank in California?
Birney Tech Academy is 4413th of 5,693 and Howard Wood Elementary is 1594th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).