College Park Elementary vs Foster Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
College Park Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–6
430 students
Foster Elementary
Baldwin Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
430 students
| Measure | College Park Elementary Irvine, California | Foster Elementary Baldwin Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #682 of 5,693 | #3061 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9629 of 50,301 | #36573 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 430 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.3% | 89.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 41% |
| city | Irvine | Baldwin Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •College Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.4 vs 33.0).
- •College Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (65% vs 41%).
- •College Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 49%).
- •College Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.3% vs 89.3%).
- •Foster Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 26.9).
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 College Park Elementary better than Foster Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), College Park Elementary ranks higher (72.4 vs 33.0 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 College Park Elementary and Foster Elementary?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Baldwin Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
College Park Elementary: 430. Foster Elementary: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do College Park Elementary and Foster Elementary rank in California?
College Park Elementary is 682nd of 5,693 and Foster Elementary is 3061st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).