Carson Elementary vs Longfellow UTK-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km 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
Longfellow UTK-8
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–8
726 students
| Measure | Carson Elementary San Diego, California | Longfellow UTK-8 San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4528 of 5,693 | #961 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45638 of 50,301 | #13087 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 336 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 30.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 63% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Longfellow UTK-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.5 vs 18.7).
- •Longfellow UTK-8 does better on math proficiency (63% vs 32%).
- •Longfellow UTK-8 does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 32%).
- •Longfellow UTK-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 87.8%).
- •Longfellow UTK-8 does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 25.8).
- •Longfellow UTK-8 is the larger school with 726 students compared with 336.
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 Longfellow UTK-8?
On the Success Index (US), Longfellow UTK-8 ranks higher (67.5 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 Longfellow UTK-8?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carson Elementary: 336. Longfellow UTK-8: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carson Elementary and Longfellow UTK-8 rank in California?
Carson Elementary is 4528th of 5,693 and Longfellow UTK-8 is 961st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).