Golden Oak Elementary vs L. R. Green Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 337 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Oak Elementary
Shafter · Public elementary · Grades K–6
717 students
L. R. Green Elementary
Escondido · Public elementary · Grades K–5
717 students
| Measure | Golden Oak Elementary Shafter, California | L. R. Green Elementary Escondido, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3256 of 5,693 | #1590 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38006 of 50,301 | #20900 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 717 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 717 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.7% | 52.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 54% |
| city | Shafter | Escondido |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L. R. Green Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.1 vs 30.8).
- •L. R. Green Elementary does better on math proficiency (54% vs 40%).
- •L. R. Green Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 44%).
- •L. R. Green Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.6% vs 89.7%).
- •Golden Oak Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 19.4).
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 Golden Oak Elementary better than L. R. Green Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), L. R. Green Elementary ranks higher (56.1 vs 30.8 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 Golden Oak Elementary and L. R. Green Elementary?
About 337 km in a straight line, between Shafter and Escondido in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Oak Elementary: 717. L. R. Green Elementary: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Oak Elementary and L. R. Green Elementary rank in California?
Golden Oak Elementary is 3256th of 5,693 and L. R. Green Elementary is 1590th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).