Erwin Elementary vs High Tech LA Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Erwin Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
High Tech LA Middle
Sherman Oaks · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
250 students
| Measure | Erwin Elementary Van Nuys, California | High Tech LA Middle Sherman Oaks, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3356 of 5,693 | #735 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #38752 of 50,301 | #12024 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 580 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 77.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 27% |
| city | Van Nuys | Sherman Oaks |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.7 vs 29.5).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •High Tech LA Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •High Tech LA Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.2% vs 91.4%).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 22.7).
- •Erwin Elementary is the larger school with 580 students compared with 250.
- •Erwin Elementary is a public school while High Tech LA Middle 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 Erwin Elementary better than High Tech LA Middle?
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 Erwin Elementary and High Tech LA Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Sherman Oaks in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erwin Elementary: 580. High Tech LA Middle: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erwin Elementary and High Tech LA Middle rank in California?
Erwin Elementary is 3356th of 5,693 and High Tech LA Middle is 735th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).