Canyon Elementary vs Lagunitas Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canyon Elementary
Canyon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
68 students
Lagunitas Elementary
San Geronimo · Public elementary · Grades K–8
68 students
| Measure | Canyon Elementary Canyon, California | Lagunitas Elementary San Geronimo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #621 of 5,693 | #1145 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8960 of 50,301 | #15255 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 68 | 68 |
| Enrollment | 68 | 68 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 13.2% |
| Students per teacher | 34.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 74.5% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 54.5% | 42% |
| city | Canyon | San Geronimo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canyon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.4 vs 64.3).
- •Canyon Elementary does better on math proficiency (54.5% vs 42%).
- •Canyon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 62%).
- •Lagunitas Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 20.6%).
- •Lagunitas Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 34.0).
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 Canyon Elementary better than Lagunitas Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Canyon Elementary ranks higher (73.4 vs 64.3 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 Canyon Elementary and Lagunitas Elementary?
About 50 km in a straight line, between Canyon and San Geronimo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Elementary: 68. Lagunitas Elementary: 68. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Elementary and Lagunitas Elementary rank in California?
Canyon Elementary is 621st of 5,693 and Lagunitas Elementary is 1145th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).