Donlon Elementary vs Lydiksen Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donlon Elementary
Pleasanton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
700 students
Lydiksen Elementary
Pleasanton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
586 students
| Measure | Donlon Elementary Pleasanton, California | Lydiksen Elementary Pleasanton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #285 of 5,693 | #314 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5017 of 50,301 | #5314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 700 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.4% | 7.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 76% |
| city | Pleasanton | Pleasanton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.9 vs 79.4).
- •Donlon Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 76%).
- •Donlon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 77%).
- •Lydiksen Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.2% vs 10.4%).
- •Donlon Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 24.4).
- •Donlon Elementary is the larger school with 700 students compared with 586.
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 Donlon Elementary better than Lydiksen 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 Donlon Elementary and Lydiksen Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Pleasanton and Pleasanton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donlon Elementary: 700. Lydiksen Elementary: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donlon Elementary and Lydiksen Elementary rank in California?
Donlon Elementary is 285th of 5,693 and Lydiksen Elementary is 314th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).