Carson Elementary vs Empower Language Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 950 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carson Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
336 students
Empower Language Academy
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
153 students
| Measure | Carson Elementary San Diego, California | Empower Language Academy San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4528 of 5,693 | #2147 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45638 of 50,301 | #28150 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 336 | 153 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 153 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 50.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 44.5% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Empower Language Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 18.7).
- •Empower Language Academy does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 32%).
- •Empower Language Academy does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 32%).
- •Empower Language Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.3% vs 87.8%).
- •Empower Language Academy does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 25.8).
- •Carson Elementary is the larger school with 336 students compared with 153.
- •Carson Elementary is a public school while Empower Language Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Carson Elementary better than Empower Language Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Empower Language Academy ranks higher (45.6 vs 18.7 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 Carson Elementary and Empower Language Academy?
About 950 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson Elementary: 336. Empower Language Academy: 153. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson Elementary and Empower Language Academy rank in California?
Carson Elementary is 4528th of 5,693 and Empower Language Academy is 2147th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).