Erwin Elementary vs Ladera Ranch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 101 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
Ladera Ranch Elementary
Ladera Ranch · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
| Measure | Erwin Elementary Van Nuys, California | Ladera Ranch Elementary Ladera Ranch, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3356 of 5,693 | #450 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38752 of 50,301 | #6820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 580 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 24.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 75% |
| city | Van Nuys | Ladera Ranch |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 29.7).
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 39%).
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 46%).
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 91.4%).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 24.2).
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 Ladera Ranch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ladera Ranch Elementary ranks higher (76.8 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 Ladera Ranch Elementary?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Ladera Ranch in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erwin Elementary: 580. Ladera Ranch Elementary: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erwin Elementary and Ladera Ranch Elementary rank in California?
Erwin Elementary is 3356th of 5,693 and Ladera Ranch Elementary is 450th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).