Brainard Elementary vs Tomales Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 600 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brainard Elementary
Lake View Terrace · Public elementary · Grades K–5
160 students
Tomales Elementary
Tomales · Public elementary · Grades K–8
160 students
| Measure | Brainard Elementary Lake View Terrace, California | Tomales Elementary Tomales, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3119 of 5,693 | #3337 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37021 of 50,301 | #38649 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 160 | 160 |
| Enrollment | 160 | 160 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.4% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Lake View Terrace | Tomales |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brainard Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.3 vs 29.9).
- •Brainard Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Tomales Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 74.4%).
- •Tomales Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.8).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Brainard Elementary better than Tomales Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Brainard Elementary ranks higher (32.3 vs 29.9 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 Brainard Elementary and Tomales Elementary?
About 600 km in a straight line, between Lake View Terrace and Tomales in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brainard Elementary: 160. Tomales Elementary: 160. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brainard Elementary and Tomales Elementary rank in California?
Brainard Elementary is 3119th of 5,693 and Tomales Elementary is 3337th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).