Central Elementary vs Emory Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Imperial Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–6
350 students
Emory Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–6
399 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Imperial Beach, California | Emory Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5227 of 5,693 | #2912 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48554 of 50,301 | #35381 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 350 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.7% | 71.4% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 40% |
| city | Imperial Beach | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emory Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 12.8).
- •Emory Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 16%).
- •Emory Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Emory Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.4% vs 73.7%).
- •Emory Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 26.9).
- •Emory Elementary is the larger school with 399 students compared with 350.
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 Emory Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emory Elementary ranks higher (34.8 vs 12.8 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 Emory Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Imperial Beach and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 350. Emory Elementary: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Emory Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 5227th of 5,693 and Emory Elementary is 2912th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).