Burbank High vs Ralph Emerson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 689 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burbank High
Burbank · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,457 students
Ralph Emerson Elementary
Burbank · Public elementary · Grades K–5
548 students
| Measure | Burbank High Burbank, California | Ralph Emerson Elementary Burbank, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #292 of 1,343 | #1222 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6665 of 16,910 | #16334 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,457 | 548 |
| Enrollment | 2,457 | 548 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 27.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 58% |
| city | Burbank | Burbank |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralph Emerson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 56.5).
- •Ralph Emerson Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 44%).
- •Burbank High does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 65%).
- •Ralph Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 37.4%).
- •Burbank High does better on students per teacher (25.6 vs 27.4).
- •Burbank High is the larger school with 2,457 students compared with 548.
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 High better than Ralph Emerson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ralph Emerson Elementary ranks higher (62.7 vs 56.5 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 High and Ralph Emerson Elementary?
About 689 m in a straight line, between Burbank and Burbank in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burbank High: 2,457. Ralph Emerson Elementary: 548. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burbank High and Ralph Emerson Elementary rank in California?
Burbank High is 292nd of 1,343 and Ralph Emerson Elementary is 1222nd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).