Castle Rock Elementary vs Independence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 285 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castle Rock Elementary
Woodlake · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
418 students
Independence Elementary
South Gate · Public elementary · Grades K–5
418 students
| Measure | Castle Rock Elementary Woodlake, California | Independence Elementary South Gate, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4976 of 5,693 | #3896 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47678 of 50,301 | #42300 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 418 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 94.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| city | Woodlake | South Gate |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.0 vs 14.9).
- •Independence Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 30%).
- •Castle Rock Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 94.7%).
- •Independence Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 24.6).
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 Castle Rock Elementary better than Independence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Elementary ranks higher (24.0 vs 14.9 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 Castle Rock Elementary and Independence Elementary?
About 285 km in a straight line, between Woodlake and South Gate in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Castle Rock Elementary: 418. Independence Elementary: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Castle Rock Elementary and Independence Elementary rank in California?
Castle Rock Elementary is 4976th of 5,693 and Independence Elementary is 3896th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).