Compton Avenue Elementary vs Edwin Markham Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 88 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Compton Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
265 students
Edwin Markham Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
618 students
| Measure | Compton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, California | Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5176 of 5,693 | #1173 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #48371 of 50,301 | #14756 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 265 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 14% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.3 vs 13.5).
- •Compton Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 14%).
- •Compton Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Compton Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 98.4%).
- •Edwin Markham Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 18.9).
- •Edwin Markham Middle is the larger school with 618 students compared with 265.
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 Compton Avenue Elementary better than Edwin Markham Middle?
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 Compton Avenue Elementary and Edwin Markham Middle?
About 88 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Compton Avenue Elementary: 265. Edwin Markham Middle: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Compton Avenue Elementary and Edwin Markham Middle rank in California?
Compton Avenue Elementary is 5176th of 5,693 and Edwin Markham Middle is 1173rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).