La Tercera Elementary vs McDowell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 986 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Tercera Elementary
Petaluma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
295 students
McDowell Elementary
Petaluma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
329 students
| Measure | La Tercera Elementary Petaluma, California | McDowell Elementary Petaluma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2163 of 5,693 | #4896 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28324 of 50,301 | #47355 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 295 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 295 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.3% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| city | Petaluma | Petaluma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Tercera Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 15.6).
- •La Tercera Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •La Tercera Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •La Tercera Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 86%).
- •McDowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 24.6).
- •McDowell Elementary is the larger school with 329 students compared with 295.
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 Tercera Elementary better than McDowell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Tercera Elementary ranks higher (45.4 vs 15.6 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 Tercera Elementary and McDowell Elementary?
About 986 m in a straight line, between Petaluma and Petaluma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Tercera Elementary: 295. McDowell Elementary: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Tercera Elementary and McDowell Elementary rank in California?
La Tercera Elementary is 2163rd of 5,693 and McDowell Elementary is 4896th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).