Erwin Elementary vs James Madison Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 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
James Madison Middle
North Hollywood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,148 students
| Measure | Erwin Elementary Van Nuys, California | James Madison Middle North Hollywood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3356 of 5,693 | #948 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #38752 of 50,301 | #13652 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 580 | 1,148 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 1,148 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 95.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 23% |
| city | Van Nuys | North Hollywood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Erwin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.7 vs 20.7).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 23%).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 95.9%).
- •James Madison Middle does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 20.7).
- •James Madison Middle is the larger school with 1,148 students compared with 580.
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 James Madison Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Erwin Elementary ranks higher (29.7 vs 20.7 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 Erwin Elementary and James Madison Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Van Nuys and North Hollywood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erwin Elementary: 580. James Madison Middle: 1,148. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erwin Elementary and James Madison Middle rank in California?
Erwin Elementary is 3356th of 5,693 and James Madison Middle is 948th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).