La Canada Elementary vs Longley Way Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 230 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Canada Elementary
Lompoc · Public elementary · Grades K–6
541 students
Longley Way Elementary
Arcadia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
541 students
| Measure | La Canada Elementary Lompoc, California | Longley Way Elementary Arcadia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3242 of 5,693 | #451 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37889 of 50,301 | #6822 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 541 | 541 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 541 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.2% | 30.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 79% |
| city | Lompoc | Arcadia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Longley Way Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 31.0).
- •Longley Way Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 35%).
- •Longley Way Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 51%).
- •Longley Way Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.3% vs 87.2%).
- •La Canada Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 23.5).
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 La Canada Elementary better than Longley Way Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Longley Way Elementary ranks higher (76.8 vs 31.0 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 La Canada Elementary and Longley Way Elementary?
About 230 km in a straight line, between Lompoc and Arcadia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Canada Elementary: 541. Longley Way Elementary: 541. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Canada Elementary and Longley Way Elementary rank in California?
La Canada Elementary is 3242nd of 5,693 and Longley Way Elementary is 451st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).