Erwin Elementary vs John B. Monlux 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.
Erwin Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
John B. Monlux Elementary
North Hollywood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
660 students
| Measure | Erwin Elementary Van Nuys, California | John B. Monlux Elementary North Hollywood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3356 of 5,693 | #3142 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38752 of 50,301 | #37217 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 580 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| city | Van Nuys | North Hollywood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John B. Monlux Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.0 vs 29.7).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •John B. Monlux Elementary does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 46%).
- •John B. Monlux Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 91.4%).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 22.0).
- •John B. Monlux Elementary is the larger school with 660 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 John B. Monlux Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John B. Monlux Elementary ranks higher (32.0 vs 29.7 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 John B. Monlux Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Van Nuys and North Hollywood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erwin Elementary: 580. John B. Monlux Elementary: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erwin Elementary and John B. Monlux Elementary rank in California?
Erwin Elementary is 3356th of 5,693 and John B. Monlux Elementary is 3142nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).