Hawthorne Elementary vs Linda Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 256 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawthorne Elementary
San Luis Obispo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
437 students
Linda Vista Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
| Measure | Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo, California | Linda Vista Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1537 of 5,693 | #3190 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20327 of 50,301 | #37502 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 437 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 37% |
| city | San Luis Obispo | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hawthorne Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 31.6).
- •Hawthorne Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •Hawthorne Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •Hawthorne Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.5% vs 68.2%).
- •Linda Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.0).
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 Hawthorne Elementary better than Linda Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hawthorne Elementary ranks higher (56.9 vs 31.6 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 Hawthorne Elementary and Linda Vista Elementary?
About 256 km in a straight line, between San Luis Obispo and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawthorne Elementary: 437. Linda Vista Elementary: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawthorne Elementary and Linda Vista Elementary rank in California?
Hawthorne Elementary is 1537th of 5,693 and Linda Vista Elementary is 3190th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).