Cameron Elementary vs Merced Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 991 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cameron Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–5
363 students
Merced Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–5
617 students
| Measure | Cameron Elementary West Covina, California | Merced Elementary West Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3893 of 5,693 | #1509 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42279 of 50,301 | #19938 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 363 | 617 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 617 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.5% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 29.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 69% |
| city | West Covina | West Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merced Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.5 vs 24.0).
- •Merced Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 34%).
- •Merced Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 39%).
- •Merced Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 86.5%).
- •Cameron Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 29.4).
- •Merced Elementary is the larger school with 617 students compared with 363.
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 Cameron Elementary better than Merced Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Merced Elementary ranks higher (57.5 vs 24.0 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 Cameron Elementary and Merced Elementary?
About 991 m in a straight line, between West Covina and West Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Elementary: 363. Merced Elementary: 617. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Elementary and Merced Elementary rank in California?
Cameron Elementary is 3893rd of 5,693 and Merced Elementary is 1509th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).