Judith F. Baca Arts Academy vs Russell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 776 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
Russell Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–6
739 students
| Measure | Judith F. Baca Arts Academy Los Angeles, California | Russell Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4805 of 5,693 | #4306 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46920 of 50,301 | #44482 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 495 | 739 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 739 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.8% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 35% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.6 vs 16.4).
- •Russell Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •Russell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 30%).
- •Russell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.4% vs 97.8%).
- •Judith F. Baca Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 20.0).
- •Russell Elementary is the larger school with 739 students compared with 495.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Judith F. Baca Arts Academy better than Russell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Russell Elementary ranks higher (20.6 vs 16.4 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 Judith F. Baca Arts Academy and Russell Elementary?
About 776 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy: 495. Russell Elementary: 739. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Judith F. Baca Arts Academy and Russell Elementary rank in California?
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy is 4805th of 5,693 and Russell Elementary is 4306th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).