Braddock Drive Elementary vs Playa del Rey Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Braddock Drive Elementary
Culver City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
541 students
Playa del Rey Elementary
Culver City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
272 students
| Measure | Braddock Drive Elementary Culver City, California | Playa del Rey Elementary Culver City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1852 of 5,693 | #820 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24661 of 50,301 | #11409 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 541 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.7% | 41.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 62% |
| city | Culver City | Culver City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Playa del Rey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 50.7).
- •Playa del Rey Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 49%).
- •Playa del Rey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 59%).
- •Playa del Rey Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 59.7%).
- •Braddock Drive Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 22.7).
- •Braddock Drive Elementary is the larger school with 541 students compared with 272.
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 Braddock Drive Elementary better than Playa del Rey Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Playa del Rey Elementary ranks higher (69.9 vs 50.7 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 Braddock Drive Elementary and Playa del Rey Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Culver City and Culver City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Braddock Drive Elementary: 541. Playa del Rey Elementary: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Braddock Drive Elementary and Playa del Rey Elementary rank in California?
Braddock Drive Elementary is 1852nd of 5,693 and Playa del Rey Elementary is 820th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).