George Washington Carver Middle vs Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 277 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
635 students
Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles, California | Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1201 of 1,334 | #4988 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14844 of 15,369 | #47711 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 635 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 635 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 97% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 28% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 12.6).
- •Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy does better on math proficiency (28% vs 17%).
- •Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97% vs 98.3%).
- •George Washington Carver Middle does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.6).
- •George Washington Carver Middle is the larger school with 635 students compared with 367.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is George Washington Carver Middle better than Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy ranks higher (14.9 vs 12.6 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 George Washington Carver Middle and Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy?
About 277 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver Middle: 635. Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver Middle and Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy rank in California?
George Washington Carver Middle is 1201st of 1,334 and Sally Ride Elementary: A SMArT Academy is 4988th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).