Chatsworth Charter High vs Ernest Lawrence Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 712 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chatsworth Charter High
Chatsworth · Charter high · Grades 9–12
1,743 students
Ernest Lawrence Middle
Chatsworth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,076 students
| Measure | Chatsworth Charter High Chatsworth, California | Ernest Lawrence Middle Chatsworth, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #661 of 1,343 | #496 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11762 of 16,910 | #8869 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,743 | 1,076 |
| Enrollment | 1,743 | 1,076 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.9% | 69.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 44% |
| city | Chatsworth | Chatsworth |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 36.8).
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 29%).
- •Chatsworth Charter High does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 55%).
- •Chatsworth Charter High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.9% vs 69.7%).
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 21.5).
- •Chatsworth Charter High is the larger school with 1,743 students compared with 1,076.
- •Chatsworth Charter High is a charter school while Ernest Lawrence Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Chatsworth Charter High better than Ernest Lawrence Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ernest Lawrence Middle ranks higher (44.3 vs 36.8 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 Chatsworth Charter High and Ernest Lawrence Middle?
About 712 m in a straight line, between Chatsworth and Chatsworth in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chatsworth Charter High: 1,743. Ernest Lawrence Middle: 1,076. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chatsworth Charter High and Ernest Lawrence Middle rank in California?
Chatsworth Charter High is 661st of 1,343 and Ernest Lawrence Middle is 496th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).