Bryson Avenue Elementary vs Columbia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bryson Avenue Elementary
South Gate · Public elementary · Grades K–5
706 students
Columbia Elementary
El Monte · Public elementary · Grades K–8
706 students
| Measure | Bryson Avenue Elementary South Gate, California | Columbia Elementary El Monte, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2238 of 5,693 | #3418 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29115 of 50,301 | #39183 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 706 | 706 |
| Enrollment | 706 | 706 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 90.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 32% |
| city | South Gate | El Monte |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bryson Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 29.0).
- •Bryson Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 32%).
- •Bryson Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •Bryson Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 90.4%).
- •Bryson Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 24.3).
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 Bryson Avenue Elementary better than Columbia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Bryson Avenue Elementary ranks higher (44.2 vs 29.0 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 Bryson Avenue Elementary and Columbia Elementary?
About 20 km in a straight line, between South Gate and El Monte in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bryson Avenue Elementary: 706. Columbia Elementary: 706. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bryson Avenue Elementary and Columbia Elementary rank in California?
Bryson Avenue Elementary is 2238th of 5,693 and Columbia Elementary is 3418th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).