Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter vs McDowell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter
Petaluma · Charter middle · Grades 7–8
31 students
McDowell Elementary
Petaluma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
329 students
| Measure | Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter Petaluma, California | McDowell Elementary Petaluma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #4896 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #47355 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 31 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 31 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | – | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Petaluma | Petaluma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 15.6).
- •Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.3% vs 86%).
- •McDowell Elementary is the larger school with 329 students compared with 31.
- •Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter is a charter school while McDowell Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter better than McDowell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter ranks higher (42.1 vs 15.6 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 Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter and McDowell Elementary?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Petaluma and Petaluma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter: 31. McDowell Elementary: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter and McDowell Elementary rank in California?
Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter is unranked and McDowell Elementary is 4896th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).