Carlos Santana Arts Academy vs Plummer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 423 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlos Santana Arts Academy
North Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–5
371 students
Plummer Elementary
North Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–6
600 students
| Measure | Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, California | Plummer Elementary North Hills, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5543 of 5,693 | #4333 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49702 of 50,301 | #44617 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 371 | 600 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 95.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 31% |
| city | North Hills | North Hills |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plummer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.4 vs 9.0).
- •Plummer Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 13%).
- •Plummer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Carlos Santana Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.1% vs 95.5%).
- •Plummer Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 19.5).
- •Plummer Elementary is the larger school with 600 students compared with 371.
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 Carlos Santana Arts Academy better than Plummer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Plummer Elementary ranks higher (20.4 vs 9.0 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 Carlos Santana Arts Academy and Plummer Elementary?
About 423 m in a straight line, between North Hills and North Hills in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlos Santana Arts Academy: 371. Plummer Elementary: 600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlos Santana Arts Academy and Plummer Elementary rank in California?
Carlos Santana Arts Academy is 5543rd of 5,693 and Plummer Elementary is 4333rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).