Craig Williams Elementary vs Odyssey STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Craig Williams Elementary
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades K–6
478 students
Odyssey STEM Academy
Lakewood · Public high · Grades 9–12
336 students
| Measure | Craig Williams Elementary Lakewood, California | Odyssey STEM Academy Lakewood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5074 of 5,693 | #1191 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #47993 of 50,301 | #15719 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 478 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 478 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.2% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Lakewood | Lakewood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Odyssey STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.3 vs 14.2).
- •Craig Williams Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 95.2%).
- •Odyssey STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 25.2).
- •Craig Williams Elementary is the larger school with 478 students compared with 336.
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 Craig Williams Elementary better than Odyssey STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Odyssey STEM Academy ranks higher (17.3 vs 14.2 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 Craig Williams Elementary and Odyssey STEM Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Lakewood and Lakewood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Craig Williams Elementary: 478. Odyssey STEM Academy: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Craig Williams Elementary and Odyssey STEM Academy rank in California?
Craig Williams Elementary is 5074th of 5,693 and Odyssey STEM Academy is 1191st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).