Capistrano Avenue Elementary vs Lincoln Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 505 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Capistrano Avenue Elementary
West Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–5
415 students
Lincoln Elementary
Burlingame · Public elementary · Grades K–5
415 students
| Measure | Capistrano Avenue Elementary West Hills, California | Lincoln Elementary Burlingame, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1859 of 5,693 | #195 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24730 of 50,301 | #4118 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 415 | 415 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 415 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81% | 13.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 85% |
| city | West Hills | Burlingame |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 50.6).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 57%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 62%).
- •Lincoln Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 81%).
- •Capistrano Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 27.7).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Capistrano Avenue Elementary better than Lincoln Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Elementary ranks higher (81.6 vs 50.6 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 Capistrano Avenue Elementary and Lincoln Elementary?
About 505 km in a straight line, between West Hills and Burlingame in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary: 415. Lincoln Elementary: 415. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Capistrano Avenue Elementary and Lincoln Elementary rank in California?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary is 1859th of 5,693 and Lincoln Elementary is 195th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).