Clairemont Canyons Academy vs Lafayette Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 880 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clairemont Canyons Academy
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
318 students
Lafayette Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
208 students
| Measure | Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego, California | Lafayette Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3070 of 5,693 | #3053 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36649 of 50,301 | #36507 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 318 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.9 vs 33.1).
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 76%).
- •Lafayette Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 18.7).
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy is the larger school with 318 students compared with 208.
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 Clairemont Canyons Academy better than Lafayette Elementary?
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 Clairemont Canyons Academy and Lafayette Elementary?
About 880 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clairemont Canyons Academy: 318. Lafayette Elementary: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clairemont Canyons Academy and Lafayette Elementary rank in California?
Clairemont Canyons Academy is 3070th of 5,693 and Lafayette Elementary is 3053rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).