Global Family Elementary vs LIFE Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 633 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Global Family Elementary
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
446 students
LIFE Academy
Oakland · Public high · Grades 6–12
436 students
| Measure | Global Family Elementary Oakland, California | LIFE Academy Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5684 of 5,693 | #1200 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #50199 of 50,301 | #15782 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 446 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 446 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98% | 98.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 13% |
| city | Oakland | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •LIFE Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.9 vs 4.9).
- •LIFE Academy does better on math proficiency (13% vs 10%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 14%).
- •Global Family Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98% vs 98.2%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 22.3).
- •Global Family Elementary is the larger school with 446 students compared with 436.
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 Global Family Elementary better than LIFE Academy?
On the Success Index (US), LIFE Academy ranks higher (16.9 vs 4.9 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 Global Family Elementary and LIFE Academy?
About 633 m in a straight line, between Oakland and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Global Family Elementary: 446. LIFE Academy: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Global Family Elementary and LIFE Academy rank in California?
Global Family Elementary is 5684th of 5,693 and LIFE Academy is 1200th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).