Heritage Elementary vs Linwood E. Howe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 62 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heritage Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
567 students
Linwood E. Howe Elementary
Culver City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
567 students
| Measure | Heritage Elementary Tustin, California | Linwood E. Howe Elementary Culver City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #944 of 5,693 | #980 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12880 of 50,301 | #13372 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 567 | 567 |
| Enrollment | 567 | 567 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 27.9% |
| Students per teacher | 27.0 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | Tustin | Culver City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (67.8 vs 67.1).
- •Heritage Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Linwood E. Howe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.9% vs 32.5%).
- •Linwood E. Howe Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 27.0).
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 Heritage Elementary better than Linwood E. Howe Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Heritage Elementary and Linwood E. Howe Elementary?
About 62 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Culver City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heritage Elementary: 567. Linwood E. Howe Elementary: 567. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heritage Elementary and Linwood E. Howe Elementary rank in California?
Heritage Elementary is 944th of 5,693 and Linwood E. Howe Elementary is 980th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).