Central Elementary vs E. Hale Curran Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Escondido · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
E. Hale Curran Elementary
Murrieta · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Escondido, California | E. Hale Curran Elementary Murrieta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5506 of 5,693 | #2069 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49568 of 50,301 | #27143 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 575 | 575 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.3% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 49% |
| city | Escondido | Murrieta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •E. Hale Curran Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 9.5).
- •E. Hale Curran Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 18%).
- •E. Hale Curran Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 22%).
- •E. Hale Curran Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 94.3%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 24.0).
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 E. Hale Curran Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), E. Hale Curran Elementary ranks higher (47.0 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 E. Hale Curran Elementary?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Escondido and Murrieta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 575. E. Hale Curran Elementary: 575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and E. Hale Curran Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 5506th of 5,693 and E. Hale Curran Elementary is 2069th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).