Chandler Elementary vs Van Nuys Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 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
Van Nuys Middle
Van Nuys · Public middle · Grades 6–8
726 students
| Measure | Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, California | Van Nuys Middle Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1534 of 5,693 | #1228 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #20312 of 50,301 | #14950 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 450 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 16% |
| city | Sherman Oaks | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chandler Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 11.6).
- •Chandler Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 16%).
- •Chandler Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 23%).
- •Chandler Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 92.8%).
- •Van Nuys Middle does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 21.4).
- •Van Nuys Middle is the larger school with 726 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 Van Nuys Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Chandler Elementary ranks higher (56.9 vs 11.6 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 Van Nuys Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Sherman Oaks and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chandler Elementary: 450. Van Nuys Middle: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chandler Elementary and Van Nuys Middle rank in California?
Chandler Elementary is 1534th of 5,693 and Van Nuys Middle is 1228th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).