Central Elementary vs Classical Academy High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 647 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Escondido · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
Classical Academy High
Escondido · Charter high · Grades 9–12
1,336 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Escondido, California | Classical Academy High Escondido, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #5506 of 5,693 | #202 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #49568 of 50,301 | #5057 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 575 | 1,336 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 1,336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.3% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 53% |
| city | Escondido | Escondido |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Classical Academy High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.9 vs 9.5).
- •Classical Academy High does better on math proficiency (53% vs 18%).
- •Classical Academy High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •Classical Academy High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22% vs 94.3%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 23.0).
- •Classical Academy High is the larger school with 1,336 students compared with 575.
- •Central Elementary is a public school while Classical Academy High 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 Central Elementary better than Classical Academy High?
On the Success Index (US), Classical Academy High ranks higher (62.9 vs 9.5 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 Classical Academy High?
About 647 m in a straight line, between Escondido and Escondido in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 575. Classical Academy High: 1,336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Classical Academy High rank in California?
Central Elementary is 5506th of 5,693 and Classical Academy High is 202nd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).