Eldridge Elementary vs Palma Ceia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 946 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eldridge Elementary
Hayward · Public elementary · Grades K–6
281 students
Palma Ceia Elementary
Hayward · Public elementary · Grades K–6
484 students
| Measure | Eldridge Elementary Hayward, California | Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3432 of 5,693 | #3812 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39324 of 50,301 | #41788 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 281 | 484 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 484 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 76.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 28% |
| city | Hayward | Hayward |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eldridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 24.9).
- •Eldridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 28%).
- •Eldridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Palma Ceia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.2% vs 82.2%).
- •Eldridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 23.0).
- •Palma Ceia Elementary is the larger school with 484 students compared with 281.
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 Eldridge Elementary better than Palma Ceia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Eldridge Elementary ranks higher (28.8 vs 24.9 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 Eldridge Elementary and Palma Ceia Elementary?
About 946 m in a straight line, between Hayward and Hayward in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eldridge Elementary: 281. Palma Ceia Elementary: 484. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eldridge Elementary and Palma Ceia Elementary rank in California?
Eldridge Elementary is 3432nd of 5,693 and Palma Ceia Elementary is 3812th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).