Cameron Elementary vs Merlinda Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 884 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
Merlinda Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–6
460 students
| Measure | Cameron Elementary West Covina, California | Merlinda Elementary West Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3893 of 5,693 | #2621 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42279 of 50,301 | #32623 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 363 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.5% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 47% |
| city | West Covina | West Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merlinda Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.0 vs 24.0).
- •Merlinda Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 34%).
- •Merlinda Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 39%).
- •Cameron Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.5% vs 88.5%).
- •Merlinda Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.2).
- •Merlinda Elementary is the larger school with 460 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 Merlinda Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Merlinda Elementary ranks higher (39.0 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 Merlinda Elementary?
About 884 m in a straight line, between West Covina and West Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Elementary: 363. Merlinda Elementary: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Elementary and Merlinda Elementary rank in California?
Cameron Elementary is 3893rd of 5,693 and Merlinda Elementary is 2621st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).