John Foster Dulles Elementary vs Penryn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 619 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Foster Dulles Elementary
La Mirada · Public elementary · Grades K–5
250 students
Penryn Elementary
Penryn · Public elementary · Grades K–8
250 students
| Measure | John Foster Dulles Elementary La Mirada, California | Penryn Elementary Penryn, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1928 of 5,693 | #606 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25380 of 50,301 | #8662 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 250 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| city | La Mirada | Penryn |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penryn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 49.7).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 56.4%).
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 John Foster Dulles Elementary better than Penryn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Penryn Elementary ranks higher (73.9 vs 49.7 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 John Foster Dulles Elementary and Penryn Elementary?
About 619 km in a straight line, between La Mirada and Penryn in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Foster Dulles Elementary: 250. Penryn Elementary: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Foster Dulles Elementary and Penryn Elementary rank in California?
John Foster Dulles Elementary is 1928th of 5,693 and Penryn Elementary is 606th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).