Bragg Elementary vs Truman Benedict Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 61 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bragg Elementary
Cerritos · Public elementary · Grades K–6
602 students
Truman Benedict Elementary
San Clemente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
602 students
| Measure | Bragg Elementary Cerritos, California | Truman Benedict Elementary San Clemente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1299 of 5,693 | #673 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17338 of 50,301 | #9545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 602 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 19.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 68% |
| city | Cerritos | San Clemente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Truman Benedict Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 61.2).
- •Truman Benedict Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 63%).
- •Truman Benedict Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Truman Benedict Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.9% vs 58%).
- •Bragg Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.1 vs 26.2).
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 Bragg Elementary better than Truman Benedict Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Truman Benedict Elementary ranks higher (72.6 vs 61.2 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 Bragg Elementary and Truman Benedict Elementary?
About 61 km in a straight line, between Cerritos and San Clemente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bragg Elementary: 602. Truman Benedict Elementary: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bragg Elementary and Truman Benedict Elementary rank in California?
Bragg Elementary is 1299th of 5,693 and Truman Benedict Elementary is 673rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).