Foothill Elementary vs Lake Forest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill Elementary
Corona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
640 students
Lake Forest Elementary
Lake Forest · Public elementary · Grades K–6
640 students
| Measure | Foothill Elementary Corona, California | Lake Forest Elementary Lake Forest, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2141 of 5,693 | #1861 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28098 of 50,301 | #24753 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 640 | 640 |
| Enrollment | 640 | 640 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 55.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 48% |
| city | Corona | Lake Forest |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Forest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.6 vs 45.7).
- •Lake Forest Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 45%).
- •Foothill Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Lake Forest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.3% vs 70.6%).
- •Lake Forest Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.7).
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 Foothill Elementary better than Lake Forest Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Forest Elementary ranks higher (50.6 vs 45.7 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 Foothill Elementary and Lake Forest Elementary?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Corona and Lake Forest in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill Elementary: 640. Lake Forest Elementary: 640. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill Elementary and Lake Forest Elementary rank in California?
Foothill Elementary is 2141st of 5,693 and Lake Forest Elementary is 1861st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).