Chandler Elementary vs Kester Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chandler Elementary
Sherman Oaks · Public elementary · Grades K–5
450 students
Kester Avenue Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
886 students
| Measure | Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, California | Kester Avenue Elementary Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1534 of 5,693 | #769 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20312 of 50,301 | #10593 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 450 | 886 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 886 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| city | Sherman Oaks | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kester Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 56.9).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 60%).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47% vs 56.4%).
- •Chandler Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 24.6).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary is the larger school with 886 students compared with 450.
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 Chandler Elementary better than Kester Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kester Avenue Elementary ranks higher (71.0 vs 56.9 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 Chandler Elementary and Kester Avenue Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Sherman Oaks and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chandler Elementary: 450. Kester Avenue Elementary: 886. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chandler Elementary and Kester Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Chandler Elementary is 1534th of 5,693 and Kester Avenue Elementary is 769th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).