Culverdale Elementary vs University Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Culverdale Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–6
558 students
University Park Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–6
509 students
| Measure | Culverdale Elementary Irvine, California | University Park Elementary Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1839 of 5,693 | #1071 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24443 of 50,301 | #14297 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 558 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 35.4% |
| Students per teacher | 29.4 | 28.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 63% |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.8 vs 51.0).
- •University Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 50%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.4% vs 40.3%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (28.3 vs 29.4).
- •Culverdale Elementary is the larger school with 558 students compared with 509.
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 Culverdale Elementary better than University Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), University Park Elementary ranks higher (65.8 vs 51.0 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 Culverdale Elementary and University Park Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Culverdale Elementary: 558. University Park Elementary: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Culverdale Elementary and University Park Elementary rank in California?
Culverdale Elementary is 1839th of 5,693 and University Park Elementary is 1071st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).