Centinela vs Highland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centinela
Inglewood · Public elementary · Grades K–8
577 students
Highland Elementary
Inglewood · Public elementary · Grades K–6
323 students
| Measure | Centinela Inglewood, California | Highland Elementary Inglewood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5125 of 5,693 | #4803 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48201 of 50,301 | #46917 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 577 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 95.7% |
| Students per teacher | 28.9 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| city | Inglewood | Inglewood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.4 vs 13.7).
- •Centinela does better on math proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- •Centinela does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.1% vs 95.7%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.8 vs 28.9).
- •Centinela is the larger school with 577 students compared with 323.
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 Centinela better than Highland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary ranks higher (16.4 vs 13.7 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 Centinela and Highland Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Inglewood and Inglewood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centinela: 577. Highland Elementary: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centinela and Highland Elementary rank in California?
Centinela is 5125th of 5,693 and Highland Elementary is 4803rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).