California Elementary vs Paularino Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
373 students
Paularino Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
371 students
| Measure | California Elementary Costa Mesa, California | Paularino Elementary Costa Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #903 of 5,693 | #2156 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12335 of 50,301 | #28271 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 373 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.3% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 41% |
| city | Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.5 vs 45.5).
- •California Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 41%).
- •California Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •California Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 70.6%).
- •Paularino Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.8).
- •California Elementary is the larger school with 373 students compared with 371.
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 Elementary better than Paularino Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), California Elementary ranks higher (68.5 vs 45.5 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 California Elementary and Paularino Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Costa Mesa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California Elementary: 373. Paularino Elementary: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California Elementary and Paularino Elementary rank in California?
California Elementary is 903rd of 5,693 and Paularino Elementary is 2156th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).