Encinal Elementary vs Laurel 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.
Encinal Elementary
Atherton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
604 students
Laurel Elementary
Atherton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
658 students
| Measure | Encinal Elementary Atherton, California | Laurel Elementary Atherton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #23 of 5,693 | #76 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #1928 of 50,301 | #2905 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 604 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 604 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.6% | 12.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 80% |
| city | Atherton | Atherton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Encinal Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.2 vs 84.0).
- •Encinal Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 80%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 81%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.6% vs 15.6%).
- •Encinal Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.8).
- •Laurel Elementary is the larger school with 658 students compared with 604.
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 Encinal Elementary better than Laurel Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Encinal Elementary ranks higher (86.2 vs 84.0 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 Encinal Elementary and Laurel Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Atherton and Atherton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Encinal Elementary: 604. Laurel Elementary: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Encinal Elementary and Laurel Elementary rank in California?
Encinal Elementary is 23rd of 5,693 and Laurel Elementary is 76th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).