Holmes Elementary vs Riley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 697 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes Elementary
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
378 students
Riley Elementary
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
490 students
| Measure | Holmes Elementary Lakewood, California | Riley Elementary Lakewood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2041 of 5,693 | #2219 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #26893 of 50,301 | #28949 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 378 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Lakewood | Lakewood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 44.5).
- •Holmes Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Riley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.4% vs 71.2%).
- •Holmes Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 25.8).
- •Riley Elementary is the larger school with 490 students compared with 378.
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 Holmes Elementary better than Riley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes Elementary ranks higher (47.4 vs 44.5 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 Holmes Elementary and Riley Elementary?
About 697 m in a straight line, between Lakewood and Lakewood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes Elementary: 378. Riley Elementary: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes Elementary and Riley Elementary rank in California?
Holmes Elementary is 2041st of 5,693 and Riley Elementary is 2219th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).