Ladera Elementary vs Peters Canyon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ladera Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
345 students
Peters Canyon Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
399 students
| Measure | Ladera Elementary Tustin, California | Peters Canyon Elementary Tustin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #729 of 5,693 | #658 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10195 of 50,301 | #9402 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 345 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 31.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| city | Tustin | Tustin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peters Canyon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 71.6).
- •Peters Canyon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •Peters Canyon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.3% vs 32.5%).
- •Peters Canyon Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 26.5).
- •Peters Canyon Elementary is the larger school with 399 students compared with 345.
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 Ladera Elementary better than Peters Canyon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Peters Canyon Elementary ranks higher (72.8 vs 71.6 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 Ladera Elementary and Peters Canyon Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Tustin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladera Elementary: 345. Peters Canyon Elementary: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladera Elementary and Peters Canyon Elementary rank in California?
Ladera Elementary is 729th of 5,693 and Peters Canyon Elementary is 658th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).