Burbank Child Development Center vs Whale Gulch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 291 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burbank Child Development Center
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–K
36 students
Whale Gulch Elementary
Whitethorn · Public elementary · Grades K–8
36 students
| Measure | Burbank Child Development Center Oakland, California | Whale Gulch Elementary Whitethorn, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–K | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 36 | 36 |
| Enrollment | 36 | 36 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 77.8% |
| Students per teacher | 4.0 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Oakland | Whitethorn |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whale Gulch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 33.4).
- •Whale Gulch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.8% vs 88.9%).
- •Burbank Child Development Center does better on students per teacher (4.0 vs 18.0).
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 Burbank Child Development Center better than Whale Gulch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Whale Gulch Elementary ranks higher (36.2 vs 33.4 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 Burbank Child Development Center and Whale Gulch Elementary?
About 291 km in a straight line, between Oakland and Whitethorn in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burbank Child Development Center: 36. Whale Gulch Elementary: 36. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burbank Child Development Center and Whale Gulch Elementary rank in California?
Burbank Child Development Center is unranked and Whale Gulch Elementary is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).