Erwin Elementary vs Ulysses S. Grant Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1000 m 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
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High
Van Nuys · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,774 students
| Measure | Erwin Elementary Van Nuys, California | Ulysses S. Grant Senior High Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3356 of 5,693 | #695 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #38752 of 50,301 | #12145 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 580 | 1,774 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 1,774 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 94.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 35% |
| city | Van Nuys | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ulysses S. Grant Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.3 vs 29.7).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 35%).
- •Ulysses S. Grant Senior High does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 46%).
- •Erwin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 94.7%).
- •Ulysses S. Grant Senior High does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 20.7).
- •Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is the larger school with 1,774 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 Ulysses S. Grant Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), Ulysses S. Grant Senior High ranks higher (35.3 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 Ulysses S. Grant Senior High?
About 1000 m in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Erwin Elementary: 580. Ulysses S. Grant Senior High: 1,774. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Erwin Elementary and Ulysses S. Grant Senior High rank in California?
Erwin Elementary is 3356th of 5,693 and Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is 695th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).