F. D. Roosevelt Elementary vs William Anderson 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.
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary
Lawndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
396 students
William Anderson Elementary
Lawndale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
572 students
| Measure | F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale, California | William Anderson Elementary Lawndale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4012 of 5,693 | #3026 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42878 of 50,301 | #36290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 396 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 396 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 43% |
| city | Lawndale | Lawndale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Anderson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 23.1).
- •William Anderson Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •William Anderson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 39%).
- •William Anderson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.7% vs 90.7%).
- •F. D. Roosevelt Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.8 vs 24.9).
- •William Anderson Elementary is the larger school with 572 students compared with 396.
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 F. D. Roosevelt Elementary better than William Anderson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William Anderson Elementary ranks higher (33.5 vs 23.1 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 F. D. Roosevelt Elementary and William Anderson Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lawndale and Lawndale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary: 396. William Anderson Elementary: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do F. D. Roosevelt Elementary and William Anderson Elementary rank in California?
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary is 4012th of 5,693 and William Anderson Elementary is 3026th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).