Carmen Dragon Elementary vs Judith F. Baca Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 546 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
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
| Measure | Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch, California | Judith F. Baca Arts Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4441 of 5,693 | #4805 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45141 of 50,301 | #46920 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% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 29% |
| city | Antioch | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carmen Dragon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.5 vs 16.4).
- •Judith F. Baca Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (29% vs 18%).
- •Judith F. Baca Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Carmen Dragon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.6% vs 97.8%).
- •Judith F. Baca Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 22.5).
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 Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Carmen Dragon Elementary ranks higher (19.5 vs 16.4 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 Judith F. Baca Arts Academy?
About 546 km in a straight line, between Antioch and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmen Dragon Elementary: 495. Judith F. Baca Arts Academy: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmen Dragon Elementary and Judith F. Baca Arts Academy rank in California?
Carmen Dragon Elementary is 4441st of 5,693 and Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is 4805th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).