KIPP Corazon Academy vs Willow Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 354 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Corazon Academy
South Gate · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,070 students
Willow Elementary
South Gate · Public elementary · Grades K–5
420 students
| Measure | KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate, California | Willow Elementary South Gate, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2760 of 5,693 | #2787 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33907 of 50,301 | #34144 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,070 | 420 |
| Enrollment | 1,070 | 420 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 93.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 48% |
| city | South Gate | South Gate |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.1 vs 36.8).
- •Willow Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •KIPP Corazon Academy does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •KIPP Corazon Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 93.3%).
- •Willow Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 24.9).
- •KIPP Corazon Academy is the larger school with 1,070 students compared with 420.
- •KIPP Corazon Academy is a charter school while Willow Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 KIPP Corazon Academy better than Willow Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are KIPP Corazon Academy and Willow Elementary?
About 354 m in a straight line, between South Gate and South Gate in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Corazon Academy: 1,070. Willow Elementary: 420. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Corazon Academy and Willow Elementary rank in California?
KIPP Corazon Academy is 2760th of 5,693 and Willow Elementary is 2787th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).