Buena Vista Elementary vs Eldridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 657 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–5
281 students
Eldridge Elementary
Hayward · Public elementary · Grades K–6
281 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, California | Eldridge Elementary Hayward, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #863 of 5,693 | #3432 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11851 of 50,301 | #39324 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 281 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.9% | 82.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 31% |
| city | Carlsbad | Hayward |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buena Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 28.8).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 31%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 46%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 82.2%).
- •Eldridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 23.4).
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 Buena Vista Elementary better than Eldridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buena Vista Elementary ranks higher (69.2 vs 28.8 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 Buena Vista Elementary and Eldridge Elementary?
About 657 km in a straight line, between Carlsbad and Hayward in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Elementary: 281. Eldridge Elementary: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Elementary and Eldridge Elementary rank in California?
Buena Vista Elementary is 863rd of 5,693 and Eldridge Elementary is 3432nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).