Discovery Elementary vs L. R. Green Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery Elementary
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
717 students
L. R. Green Elementary
Escondido · Public elementary · Grades K–5
717 students
| Measure | Discovery Elementary San Marcos, California | L. R. Green Elementary Escondido, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #554 of 5,693 | #1590 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8009 of 50,301 | #20900 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 717 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 717 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.4% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.6 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 54% |
| city | San Marcos | Escondido |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Discovery Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.9 vs 56.1).
- •Discovery Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 54%).
- •Discovery Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 60%).
- •Discovery Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.4% vs 52.6%).
- •L. R. Green Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 26.6).
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 Discovery Elementary better than L. R. Green Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Discovery Elementary ranks higher (74.9 vs 56.1 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 Discovery Elementary and L. R. Green Elementary?
About 13 km in a straight line, between San Marcos and Escondido in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery Elementary: 717. L. R. Green Elementary: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery Elementary and L. R. Green Elementary rank in California?
Discovery Elementary is 554th of 5,693 and L. R. Green Elementary is 1590th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).