Emerson Elementary vs Kelly Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Compton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
544 students
Kelly Elementary
Compton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
685 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Compton, California | Kelly Elementary Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4146 of 5,693 | #3750 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43640 of 50,301 | #41389 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 544 | 685 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 685 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 89.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 38% |
| city | Compton | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelly Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.5 vs 21.9).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 35%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.6% vs 90.6%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 26.3).
- •Kelly Elementary is the larger school with 685 students compared with 544.
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 Elementary better than Kelly Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kelly Elementary ranks higher (25.5 vs 21.9 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 Emerson Elementary and Kelly Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Compton and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 544. Kelly Elementary: 685. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Kelly Elementary rank in California?
Emerson Elementary is 4146th of 5,693 and Kelly Elementary is 3750th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).