Carl E. Gilbert Elementary vs Live Oak Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary
Buena Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
490 students
Live Oak Elementary
Castaic · Public elementary · Grades K–6
490 students
| Measure | Carl E. Gilbert Elementary Buena Park, California | Live Oak Elementary Castaic, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4262 of 5,693 | #2143 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44264 of 50,301 | #28108 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 490 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.9% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 27.2 | 27.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 46% |
| city | Buena Park | Castaic |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Live Oak Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 20.9).
- •Live Oak Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •Live Oak Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 33%).
- •Live Oak Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 93.9%).
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 Carl E. Gilbert Elementary better than Live Oak Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Live Oak Elementary ranks higher (45.7 vs 20.9 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 Carl E. Gilbert Elementary and Live Oak Elementary?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Buena Park and Castaic in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary: 490. Live Oak Elementary: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl E. Gilbert Elementary and Live Oak Elementary rank in California?
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary is 4262nd of 5,693 and Live Oak Elementary is 2143rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).