Emerson Elementary vs Lifeline Education Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 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
Lifeline Education Charter
Compton · Charter other · Grades K–12
698 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Compton, California | Lifeline Education Charter Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4146 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #43640 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 544 | 698 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 34% |
| city | Compton | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Lifeline Education Charter does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.6% vs 95%).
- •Lifeline Education Charter does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 24.7).
- •Lifeline Education Charter is the larger school with 698 students compared with 544.
- •Emerson Elementary is a public school while Lifeline Education Charter is a charter 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 Elementary better than Lifeline Education Charter?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Emerson Elementary and Lifeline Education Charter?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Compton and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 544. Lifeline Education Charter: 698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Lifeline Education Charter rank in California?
Emerson Elementary is 4146th of 5,693 and Lifeline Education Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).