Cuddeback Elementary vs Hydesville Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cuddeback Elementary
Carlotta · Public elementary · Grades K–8
157 students
Hydesville Elementary
Hydesville · Public elementary · Grades K–8
220 students
| Measure | Cuddeback Elementary Carlotta, California | Hydesville Elementary Hydesville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2289 of 5,693 | #1973 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29651 of 50,301 | #26029 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 157 | 220 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 51.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Carlotta | Hydesville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hydesville Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 43.4).
- •Hydesville Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Hydesville Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.8% vs 59.2%).
- •Cuddeback Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 24.4).
- •Hydesville Elementary is the larger school with 220 students compared with 157.
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 Cuddeback Elementary better than Hydesville Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hydesville Elementary ranks higher (48.7 vs 43.4 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 Cuddeback Elementary and Hydesville Elementary?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Carlotta and Hydesville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cuddeback Elementary: 157. Hydesville Elementary: 220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cuddeback Elementary and Hydesville Elementary rank in California?
Cuddeback Elementary is 2289th of 5,693 and Hydesville Elementary is 1973rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).