Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary vs Caryn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary
Alta Loma · Public elementary · Grades K–5
878 students
Caryn Elementary
Alta Loma · Public elementary · Grades K–5
553 students
| Measure | Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary Alta Loma, California | Caryn Elementary Alta Loma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #503 of 5,693 | #481 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7436 of 50,301 | #7178 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 878 | 553 |
| Enrollment | 878 | 553 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.6% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 74% |
| city | Alta Loma | Alta Loma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.8 vs 76.2).
- •Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Caryn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 32.6%).
- •Caryn Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 25.1).
- •Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary is the larger school with 878 students compared with 553.
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 Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary better than Caryn Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary and Caryn Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Alta Loma and Alta Loma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary: 878. Caryn Elementary: 553. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary and Caryn Elementary rank in California?
Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary is 503rd of 5,693 and Caryn Elementary is 481st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).