Charles Helmers Elementary vs Emblem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Helmers Elementary
Valencia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
524 students
Emblem Academy
Saugus · Public elementary · Grades K–6
810 students
| Measure | Charles Helmers Elementary Valencia, California | Emblem Academy Saugus, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #894 of 5,693 | #875 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12258 of 50,301 | #11992 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 524 | 810 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 810 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.6% | 32.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 63% |
| city | Valencia | Saugus |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.6 vs 69.0).
- •Emblem Academy does better on math proficiency (63% vs 59%).
- •Emblem Academy does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 71%).
- •Charles Helmers Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 32.7%).
- •Emblem Academy does better on students per teacher (26.1 vs 26.2).
- •Emblem Academy is the larger school with 810 students compared with 524.
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 Charles Helmers Elementary better than Emblem Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Charles Helmers Elementary and Emblem Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Valencia and Saugus in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles Helmers Elementary: 524. Emblem Academy: 810. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles Helmers Elementary and Emblem Academy rank in California?
Charles Helmers Elementary is 894th of 5,693 and Emblem Academy is 875th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).