James B. Davidson Middle vs Laurel Dell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 209 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James B. Davidson Middle
San Rafael · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,052 students
Laurel Dell Elementary
San Rafael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
287 students
| Measure | James B. Davidson Middle San Rafael, California | Laurel Dell Elementary San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #630 of 1,334 | #2661 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10896 of 15,369 | #32955 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,052 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 1,052 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | 93.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 52% |
| city | San Rafael | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Dell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 34.8).
- •Laurel Dell Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •Laurel Dell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.9% vs 93.7%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 23.9).
- •James B. Davidson Middle is the larger school with 1,052 students compared with 287.
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 James B. Davidson Middle better than Laurel Dell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Dell Elementary ranks higher (38.5 vs 34.8 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 James B. Davidson Middle and Laurel Dell Elementary?
About 209 m in a straight line, between San Rafael and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James B. Davidson Middle: 1,052. Laurel Dell Elementary: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James B. Davidson Middle and Laurel Dell Elementary rank in California?
James B. Davidson Middle is 630th of 1,334 and Laurel Dell Elementary is 2661st of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).