Cox Academy vs Elmhurst United Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 395 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cox Academy
Oakland · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
446 students
Elmhurst United Middle
Oakland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
729 students
| Measure | Cox Academy Oakland, California | Elmhurst United Middle Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5457 of 5,693 | #1276 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #49399 of 50,301 | #15138 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 446 | 729 |
| Enrollment | 446 | 729 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 8% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (10.2 vs 9.4).
- •Cox Academy does better on math proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •Cox Academy does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 14%).
- •Cox Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 99.5%).
- •Elmhurst United Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 23.5).
- •Elmhurst United Middle is the larger school with 729 students compared with 446.
- •Cox Academy is a charter school while Elmhurst United Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Cox Academy better than Elmhurst United 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 Cox Academy and Elmhurst United Middle?
About 395 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cox Academy: 446. Elmhurst United Middle: 729. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cox Academy and Elmhurst United Middle rank in California?
Cox Academy is 5457th of 5,693 and Elmhurst United Middle is 1276th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).