Emerson Community Charter vs Nora Sterry Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Community Charter
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
454 students
Nora Sterry Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
188 students
| Measure | Emerson Community Charter Los Angeles, California | Nora Sterry Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #584 of 1,334 | #2322 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10107 of 15,369 | #30044 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 454 | 188 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.9% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 47% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nora Sterry Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 38.7).
- •Nora Sterry Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Nora Sterry Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Emerson Community Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.9% vs 84%).
- •Nora Sterry Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 20.6).
- •Emerson Community Charter is the larger school with 454 students compared with 188.
- •Emerson Community Charter is a charter school while Nora Sterry 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 Emerson Community Charter better than Nora Sterry Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nora Sterry Elementary ranks higher (42.9 vs 38.7 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 Emerson Community Charter and Nora Sterry Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Community Charter: 454. Nora Sterry Elementary: 188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Community Charter and Nora Sterry Elementary rank in California?
Emerson Community Charter is 584th of 1,334 and Nora Sterry Elementary is 2322nd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).