Kelly Elementary vs Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 131 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kelly Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–5
449 students
Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
449 students
| Measure | Kelly Elementary Carlsbad, California | Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #176 of 5,693 | #5469 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3951 of 50,301 | #49437 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 449 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 449 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.9% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 19% |
| city | Carlsbad | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelly Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.9 vs 10.1).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 19%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 26%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 97.8%).
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 Kelly Elementary better than Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kelly Elementary ranks higher (81.9 vs 10.1 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 Kelly Elementary and Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary?
About 131 km in a straight line, between Carlsbad and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kelly Elementary: 449. Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kelly Elementary and Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary rank in California?
Kelly Elementary is 176th of 5,693 and Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Elementary is 5469th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).