La Costa Heights Elementary vs Mission Estancia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 935 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Costa Heights Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–6
552 students
Mission Estancia Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–6
355 students
| Measure | La Costa Heights Elementary Carlsbad, California | Mission Estancia Elementary Carlsbad, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #281 of 5,693 | #276 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4987 of 50,301 | #4944 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 552 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 552 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.5% | 12.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 76% |
| city | Carlsbad | Carlsbad |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.0 vs 80.1).
- •La Costa Heights Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 76%).
- •Mission Estancia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 14.5%).
- •Mission Estancia Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 24.0).
- •La Costa Heights Elementary is the larger school with 552 students compared with 355.
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 Costa Heights Elementary better than Mission Estancia 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 La Costa Heights Elementary and Mission Estancia Elementary?
About 935 m in a straight line, between Carlsbad and Carlsbad in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Costa Heights Elementary: 552. Mission Estancia Elementary: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Costa Heights Elementary and Mission Estancia Elementary rank in California?
La Costa Heights Elementary is 281st of 5,693 and Mission Estancia Elementary is 276th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).