East Whittier Middle vs Laurel Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Whittier Middle
Whittier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
985 students
Laurel Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–5
465 students
| Measure | East Whittier Middle Whittier, California | Laurel Elementary Whittier, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #440 of 1,334 | #2895 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7975 of 15,369 | #35212 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 985 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 985 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.1% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 43% |
| city | Whittier | Whittier |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Whittier Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 35.1).
- •East Whittier Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •East Whittier Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 49%).
- •East Whittier Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.1% vs 81.3%).
- •East Whittier Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 25.8).
- •East Whittier Middle is the larger school with 985 students compared with 465.
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 East Whittier Middle better than Laurel Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), East Whittier Middle ranks higher (48.5 vs 35.1 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 East Whittier Middle and Laurel Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Whittier and Whittier in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Whittier Middle: 985. Laurel Elementary: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Whittier Middle and Laurel Elementary rank in California?
East Whittier Middle is 440th of 1,334 and Laurel Elementary is 2895th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).