EastLake Elementary vs Hearst Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
EastLake Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
527 students
Hearst Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
527 students
| Measure | EastLake Elementary Chula Vista, California | Hearst Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #656 of 5,693 | #366 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9370 of 50,301 | #5961 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 527 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.1% | 25.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 84% |
| city | Chula Vista | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hearst Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.3 vs 72.8).
- •Hearst Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 68%).
- •Hearst Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 77%).
- •Hearst Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 38.1%).
- •EastLake Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 26.4).
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 EastLake Elementary better than Hearst Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hearst Elementary ranks higher (78.3 vs 72.8 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 EastLake Elementary and Hearst Elementary?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Chula Vista and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
EastLake Elementary: 527. Hearst Elementary: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do EastLake Elementary and Hearst Elementary rank in California?
EastLake Elementary is 656th of 5,693 and Hearst Elementary is 366th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).