Carmen Dragon Elementary vs Clarence Ruth Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 386 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmen Dragon Elementary
Antioch · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
Clarence Ruth Elementary
Lompoc · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
| Measure | Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch, California | Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4441 of 5,693 | #4680 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45141 of 50,301 | #46367 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 495 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 21% |
| city | Antioch | Lompoc |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carmen Dragon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.5 vs 17.4).
- •Clarence Ruth Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 18%).
- •Clarence Ruth Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Carmen Dragon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 84.4%).
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 Carmen Dragon Elementary better than Clarence Ruth Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carmen Dragon Elementary ranks higher (19.5 vs 17.4 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 Carmen Dragon Elementary and Clarence Ruth Elementary?
About 386 km in a straight line, between Antioch and Lompoc in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmen Dragon Elementary: 495. Clarence Ruth Elementary: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmen Dragon Elementary and Clarence Ruth Elementary rank in California?
Carmen Dragon Elementary is 4441st of 5,693 and Clarence Ruth Elementary is 4680th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).