La Mirada Elementary vs Smythe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 357 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
Smythe Elementary
San Ysidro · Public elementary · Grades K–6
534 students
| Measure | La Mirada Elementary San Ysidro, California | Smythe Elementary San Ysidro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4189 of 5,693 | #3975 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43847 of 50,301 | #42720 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 382 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 30% |
| city | San Ysidro | San Ysidro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Smythe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 21.6).
- •Smythe Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •La Mirada Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •La Mirada Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 65%).
- •Smythe Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 22.5).
- •Smythe Elementary is the larger school with 534 students compared with 382.
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 Smythe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Smythe Elementary ranks higher (23.4 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 Smythe Elementary?
About 357 m in a straight line, between San Ysidro and San Ysidro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Mirada Elementary: 382. Smythe Elementary: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Mirada Elementary and Smythe Elementary rank in California?
La Mirada Elementary is 4189th of 5,693 and Smythe Elementary is 3975th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).