Emerson Elementary vs Longfellow Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
669 students
Longfellow Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Riverside, California | Longfellow Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3947 of 5,693 | #3924 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42561 of 50,301 | #42442 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 669 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 669 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 29% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 23.8).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Longfellow Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.3% vs 93%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 23.4).
- •Longfellow Elementary is the larger school with 701 students compared with 669.
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 Longfellow Elementary?
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 Longfellow Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 669. Longfellow Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Longfellow Elementary rank in California?
Emerson Elementary is 3947th of 5,693 and Longfellow Elementary is 3924th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).