Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle vs Laurel Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle
East Palo Alto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
488 students
Laurel Elementary
Atherton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
658 students
| Measure | Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle East Palo Alto, California | Laurel Elementary Atherton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1181 of 1,334 | #76 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14778 of 15,369 | #2905 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 488 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 12.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 80% |
| city | East Palo Alto | Atherton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 13.3).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 7%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 17%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.6% vs 89.3%).
- •Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.8).
- •Laurel Elementary is the larger school with 658 students compared with 488.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle better than Laurel Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Elementary ranks higher (84.0 vs 13.3 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 Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle and Laurel Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between East Palo Alto and Atherton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle: 488. Laurel Elementary: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle and Laurel Elementary rank in California?
Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle is 1181st of 1,334 and Laurel Elementary is 76th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).