Clarence Ruth Elementary vs La Canada Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarence Ruth Elementary
Lompoc · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
La Canada Elementary
Lompoc · Public elementary · Grades K–6
541 students
| Measure | Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc, California | La Canada Elementary Lompoc, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4680 of 5,693 | #3242 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46367 of 50,301 | #37889 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 495 | 541 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 541 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 35% |
| city | Lompoc | Lompoc |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Canada Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 17.4).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 21%).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •Clarence Ruth Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 87.2%).
- •La Canada Elementary is the larger school with 541 students compared with 495.
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 Clarence Ruth Elementary better than La Canada Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Canada Elementary ranks higher (31.0 vs 17.4 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 Clarence Ruth Elementary and La Canada Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lompoc and Lompoc in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarence Ruth Elementary: 495. La Canada Elementary: 541. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarence Ruth Elementary and La Canada Elementary rank in California?
Clarence Ruth Elementary is 4680th of 5,693 and La Canada Elementary is 3242nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).