Colfax Elementary vs Ladera Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 660 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colfax Elementary
Colfax · Public elementary · Grades K–8
345 students
Ladera Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
345 students
| Measure | Colfax Elementary Colfax, California | Ladera Elementary Tustin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2200 of 5,693 | #729 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28781 of 50,301 | #10195 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 345 | 345 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.6% | 32.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 26.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| city | Colfax | Tustin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladera Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 44.7).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 45%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 40.6%).
- •Colfax Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 26.5).
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 Colfax Elementary better than Ladera Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ladera Elementary ranks higher (71.6 vs 44.7 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 Colfax Elementary and Ladera Elementary?
About 660 km in a straight line, between Colfax and Tustin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colfax Elementary: 345. Ladera Elementary: 345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colfax Elementary and Ladera Elementary rank in California?
Colfax Elementary is 2200th of 5,693 and Ladera Elementary is 729th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).