La Quinta High vs Leo Carrillo Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Quinta High
Westminster · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,041 students
Leo Carrillo Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades K–6
508 students
| Measure | La Quinta High Westminster, California | Leo Carrillo Elementary Westminster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 1,343 | #3244 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6110 of 16,910 | #37891 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,041 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 2,041 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 90.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 44% |
| city | Westminster | Westminster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Quinta High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 31.0).
- •La Quinta High does better on math proficiency (71% vs 44%).
- •La Quinta High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 46%).
- •La Quinta High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.2% vs 90.2%).
- •La Quinta High does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 26.7).
- •La Quinta High is the larger school with 2,041 students compared with 508.
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 Quinta High better than Leo Carrillo Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Quinta High ranks higher (58.8 vs 31.0 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 Quinta High and Leo Carrillo Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Westminster and Westminster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Quinta High: 2,041. Leo Carrillo Elementary: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Quinta High and Leo Carrillo Elementary rank in California?
La Quinta High is 259th of 1,343 and Leo Carrillo Elementary is 3244th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).