International School for Science and Culture vs Woodland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International School for Science and Culture
Costa Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
97 students
Woodland Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–2
487 students
| Measure | International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa, California | Woodland Elementary Costa Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1425 of 5,693 | #1586 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18921 of 50,301 | #20870 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 97 | 487 |
| Enrollment | 97 | 487 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 26.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International School for Science and Culture scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.9 vs 56.2).
- •Woodland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.7% vs 41.2%).
- •International School for Science and Culture does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 22.1).
- •Woodland Elementary is the larger school with 487 students compared with 97.
- •International School for Science and Culture is a charter school while Woodland Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 International School for Science and Culture better than Woodland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), International School for Science and Culture ranks higher (58.9 vs 56.2 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 International School for Science and Culture and Woodland Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Costa Mesa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International School for Science and Culture: 97. Woodland Elementary: 487. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International School for Science and Culture and Woodland Elementary rank in California?
International School for Science and Culture is 1425th of 5,693 and Woodland Elementary is 1586th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).