Central Elementary vs George Hall 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.
Central Elementary
Belmont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
George Hall Elementary
San Mateo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
370 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Belmont, California | George Hall Elementary San Mateo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #84 of 5,693 | #1186 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3077 of 50,301 | #15784 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 437 | 370 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 370 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 31.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 57% |
| city | Belmont | San Mateo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 63.5).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 57%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 62%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 31.4%).
- •George Hall Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 25.7).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 437 students compared with 370.
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 Central Elementary better than George Hall Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (83.6 vs 63.5 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 Central Elementary and George Hall Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Belmont and San Mateo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 437. George Hall Elementary: 370. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and George Hall Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 84th of 5,693 and George Hall Elementary is 1186th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).