Brook Knoll Elementary vs Love Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brook Knoll Elementary
Santa Cruz · Public elementary · Grades K–5
498 students
Love Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
498 students
| Measure | Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz, California | Love Elementary Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #471 of 5,693 | #1822 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7038 of 50,301 | #24272 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 498 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.9% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 52% |
| city | Santa Cruz | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brook Knoll Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 51.3).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 52%).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 55%).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.9% vs 49.8%).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 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 Brook Knoll Elementary better than Love Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Brook Knoll Elementary ranks higher (76.4 vs 51.3 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 Brook Knoll Elementary and Love Elementary?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Santa Cruz and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brook Knoll Elementary: 498. Love Elementary: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brook Knoll Elementary and Love Elementary rank in California?
Brook Knoll Elementary is 471st of 5,693 and Love Elementary is 1822nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).