D. D. Johnston Elementary vs Julia B. Morrison Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 886 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
D. D. Johnston Elementary
Norwalk Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ5
361 students
Julia B. Morrison Elementary
Norwalk Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ5
548 students
| Measure | D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk, California | Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2432 of 5,693 | #2372 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30986 of 50,301 | #30422 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kβ5 | Grades Kβ5 |
| Students | 361 | 548 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 548 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Norwalk | Norwalk |
| state | California | California |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.4 vs 42.3).
- β’Julia B. Morrison Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- β’D. D. Johnston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- β’D. D. Johnston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.4% vs 74.8%).
- β’D. D. Johnston Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 23.8).
- β’Julia B. Morrison Elementary is the larger school with 548 students compared with 361.
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 D. D. Johnston Elementary better than Julia B. Morrison Elementary?
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 D. D. Johnston Elementary and Julia B. Morrison Elementary?
About 886 m in a straight line, between Norwalk and Norwalk in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
D. D. Johnston Elementary: 361. Julia B. Morrison Elementary: 548. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do D. D. Johnston Elementary and Julia B. Morrison Elementary rank in California?
D. D. Johnston Elementary is 2432nd of 5,693 and Julia B. Morrison Elementary is 2372nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).