Katherine Elementary vs White Oak Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Katherine Elementary
Simi Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
300 students
White Oak Elementary
Simi Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
352 students
| Measure | Katherine Elementary Simi Valley, California | White Oak Elementary Simi Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2417 of 5,693 | #1669 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30881 of 50,301 | #22050 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 300 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 43.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 49% |
| city | Simi Valley | Simi Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Oak Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 41.6).
- •White Oak Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •White Oak Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 47%).
- •White Oak Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 52.7%).
- •Katherine Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 23.5).
- •White Oak Elementary is the larger school with 352 students compared with 300.
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 Katherine Elementary better than White Oak Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), White Oak Elementary ranks higher (54.5 vs 41.6 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 Katherine Elementary and White Oak Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Simi Valley and Simi Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Katherine Elementary: 300. White Oak Elementary: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Katherine Elementary and White Oak Elementary rank in California?
Katherine Elementary is 2417th of 5,693 and White Oak Elementary is 1669th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).