La Mirada Academy vs Paloma Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Mirada Academy
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–8
868 students
Paloma Elementary
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
758 students
| Measure | La Mirada Academy San Marcos, California | Paloma Elementary San Marcos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4253 of 5,693 | #590 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44222 of 50,301 | #8469 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 868 | 758 |
| Enrollment | 868 | 758 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.4% | 31.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 70% |
| city | San Marcos | San Marcos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paloma Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 21.0).
- •Paloma Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 26%).
- •Paloma Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 36%).
- •Paloma Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 77.4%).
- •Paloma Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 23.5).
- •La Mirada Academy is the larger school with 868 students compared with 758.
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 Mirada Academy better than Paloma Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Paloma Elementary ranks higher (74.2 vs 21.0 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 Mirada Academy and Paloma Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between San Marcos and San Marcos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Mirada Academy: 868. Paloma Elementary: 758. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Mirada Academy and Paloma Elementary rank in California?
La Mirada Academy is 4253rd of 5,693 and Paloma Elementary is 590th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).