La Madera Elementary vs Rancho Canada Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 774 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Madera Elementary
Lake Forest · Public elementary · Grades K–6
554 students
Rancho Canada Elementary
Lake Forest · Public elementary · Grades K–6
633 students
| Measure | La Madera Elementary Lake Forest, California | Rancho Canada Elementary Lake Forest, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1013 of 5,693 | #982 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13650 of 50,301 | #13385 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 554 | 633 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 63% |
| city | Lake Forest | Lake Forest |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (66.7 vs 67.1).
- •La Madera Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 63%).
- •Rancho Canada Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 69%).
- •Rancho Canada Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 37.4%).
- •La Madera Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.2 vs 26.4).
- •Rancho Canada Elementary is the larger school with 633 students compared with 554.
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 Madera Elementary better than Rancho Canada 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 Madera Elementary and Rancho Canada Elementary?
About 774 m in a straight line, between Lake Forest and Lake Forest in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Madera Elementary: 554. Rancho Canada Elementary: 633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Madera Elementary and Rancho Canada Elementary rank in California?
La Madera Elementary is 1013th of 5,693 and Rancho Canada Elementary is 982nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).