Dana Gray Elementary vs Laurel Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dana Gray Elementary
Fort Bragg · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
342 students
Laurel Elementary
Oakley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
| Measure | Dana Gray Elementary Fort Bragg, California | Laurel Elementary Oakley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3265 of 5,693 | #2615 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38068 of 50,301 | #32564 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 342 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 31% |
| city | Fort Bragg | Oakley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.1 vs 30.7).
- •Dana Gray Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 79.2%).
- •Dana Gray Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 21.4).
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 Dana Gray Elementary better than Laurel Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Elementary ranks higher (39.1 vs 30.7 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 Dana Gray Elementary and Laurel Elementary?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Fort Bragg and Oakley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dana Gray Elementary: 342. Laurel Elementary: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dana Gray Elementary and Laurel Elementary rank in California?
Dana Gray Elementary is 3265th of 5,693 and Laurel Elementary is 2615th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).