La Mirada Elementary vs Los Altos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 999 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Mirada Elementary
San Ysidro · Public elementary · Grades K–6
382 students
Los Altos Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–6
263 students
| Measure | La Mirada Elementary San Ysidro, California | Los Altos Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4189 of 5,693 | #3199 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43847 of 50,301 | #37557 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 382 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 82.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | San Ysidro | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Los Altos Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 21.6).
- •Los Altos Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Los Altos Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •La Mirada Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 82.1%).
- •Los Altos Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 22.5).
- •La Mirada Elementary is the larger school with 382 students compared with 263.
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 Elementary better than Los Altos Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Los Altos Elementary ranks higher (31.5 vs 21.6 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 Elementary and Los Altos Elementary?
About 999 m in a straight line, between San Ysidro and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Mirada Elementary: 382. Los Altos Elementary: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Mirada Elementary and Los Altos Elementary rank in California?
La Mirada Elementary is 4189th of 5,693 and Los Altos Elementary is 3199th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).