California Academy of Mathematics and Science vs Leapwood Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 857 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California Academy of Mathematics and Science
Carson · Public high · Grades 9–12
673 students
Leapwood Avenue Elementary
Carson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
222 students
| Measure | California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson, California | Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 1,343 | #4227 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #1843 of 16,910 | #44104 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 673 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 673 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 72.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 97.5% | 17% |
| city | Carson | Carson |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Academy of Mathematics and Science scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 21.2).
- •California Academy of Mathematics and Science does better on math proficiency (97.5% vs 17%).
- •California Academy of Mathematics and Science does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 32%).
- •California Academy of Mathematics and Science does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 72.1%).
- •Leapwood Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 24.9).
- •California Academy of Mathematics and Science is the larger school with 673 students compared with 222.
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 California Academy of Mathematics and Science better than Leapwood Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), California Academy of Mathematics and Science ranks higher (76.5 vs 21.2 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 California Academy of Mathematics and Science and Leapwood Avenue Elementary?
About 857 m in a straight line, between Carson and Carson in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California Academy of Mathematics and Science: 673. Leapwood Avenue Elementary: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California Academy of Mathematics and Science and Leapwood Avenue Elementary rank in California?
California Academy of Mathematics and Science is 47th of 1,343 and Leapwood Avenue Elementary is 4227th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).