Branch Elementary vs Harloe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branch Elementary
Arroyo Grande · Public elementary · Grades K–6
261 students
Harloe Elementary
Arroyo Grande · Public elementary · Grades K–6
619 students
| Measure | Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande, California | Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1220 of 5,693 | #1312 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16297 of 50,301 | #17506 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 261 | 619 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 619 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.2% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| city | Arroyo Grande | Arroyo Grande |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Branch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 61.0).
- •Harloe Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •Harloe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 67%).
- •Branch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 54%).
- •Branch Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.9).
- •Harloe Elementary is the larger school with 619 students compared with 261.
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 Branch Elementary better than Harloe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Branch Elementary ranks higher (62.7 vs 61.0 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 Branch Elementary and Harloe Elementary?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Arroyo Grande and Arroyo Grande in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Branch Elementary: 261. Harloe Elementary: 619. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Branch Elementary and Harloe Elementary rank in California?
Branch Elementary is 1220th of 5,693 and Harloe Elementary is 1312th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).