Ellwood Elementary vs Opal Robinson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 150 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellwood Elementary
Goleta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
303 students
Opal Robinson Elementary
Manhattan Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
303 students
| Measure | Ellwood Elementary Goleta, California | Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1490 of 5,693 | #39 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #19708 of 50,301 | #2375 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 303 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 303 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.6% | 4.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 92% |
| city | Goleta | Manhattan Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Opal Robinson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.2 vs 57.8).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 51%).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 60%).
- •Opal Robinson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.3% vs 43.6%).
- •Ellwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 23.3).
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 Ellwood Elementary better than Opal Robinson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Opal Robinson Elementary ranks higher (85.2 vs 57.8 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 Ellwood Elementary and Opal Robinson Elementary?
About 150 km in a straight line, between Goleta and Manhattan Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellwood Elementary: 303. Opal Robinson Elementary: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellwood Elementary and Opal Robinson Elementary rank in California?
Ellwood Elementary is 1490th of 5,693 and Opal Robinson Elementary is 39th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).