Ladera Palma Elementary vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ladera Palma Elementary
La Habra · Public elementary · Grades K–6
583 students
Washington Middle
La Habra · Public middle · Grades 7–8
580 students
| Measure | Ladera Palma Elementary La Habra, California | Washington Middle La Habra, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3719 of 5,693 | #820 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #41216 of 50,301 | #12752 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 583 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.3% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| city | La Habra | La Habra |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.8 vs 25.6).
- •Ladera Palma Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Ladera Palma Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.3% vs 85%).
- •Washington Middle does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 25.3).
- •Ladera Palma Elementary is the larger school with 583 students compared with 580.
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 Palma Elementary better than Washington Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ladera Palma Elementary and Washington Middle?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between La Habra and La Habra in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladera Palma Elementary: 583. Washington Middle: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladera Palma Elementary and Washington Middle rank in California?
Ladera Palma Elementary is 3719th of 5,693 and Washington Middle is 820th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).