La Merced Academy vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Merced Academy
Montebello · Public elementary · Grades K–8
665 students
Washington Elementary
Montebello · Public elementary · Grades K–5
685 students
| Measure | La Merced Academy Montebello, California | Washington Elementary Montebello, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4149 of 5,693 | #3417 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43656 of 50,301 | #39167 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 665 | 685 |
| Enrollment | 665 | 685 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.7% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 38% |
| city | Montebello | Montebello |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 21.9).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 25%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •La Merced Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.7% vs 78.1%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 22.2).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 685 students compared with 665.
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 Merced Academy better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary ranks higher (29.1 vs 21.9 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 Merced Academy and Washington Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Montebello and Montebello in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Merced Academy: 665. Washington Elementary: 685. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Merced Academy and Washington Elementary rank in California?
La Merced Academy is 4149th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 3417th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).