California Elementary vs Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California Elementary
La Puente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
317 students
Nelson Elementary
La Puente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
| Measure | California Elementary La Puente, California | Nelson Elementary La Puente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2824 of 5,693 | #4083 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #34572 of 50,301 | #43290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 317 | 291 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 291 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 76.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| city | La Puente | La Puente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.1 vs 22.5).
- •California Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •California Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •California Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 76.3%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 21.1).
- •California Elementary is the larger school with 317 students compared with 291.
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 Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), California Elementary ranks higher (36.1 vs 22.5 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 Nelson Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between La Puente and La Puente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California Elementary: 317. Nelson Elementary: 291. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California Elementary and Nelson Elementary rank in California?
California Elementary is 2824th of 5,693 and Nelson Elementary is 4083rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).