Lafayette Elementary vs Orange Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 926 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette Elementary
Eureka · Public elementary · Grades K–5
324 students
Orange Grove Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–5
324 students
| Measure | Lafayette Elementary Eureka, California | Orange Grove Elementary Whittier, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5181 of 5,693 | #3709 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48387 of 50,301 | #41157 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 324 | 324 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.2% | 83.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Eureka | Whittier |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orange Grove Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.9 vs 13.3).
- •Orange Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Orange Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Lafayette Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 83.6%).
- •Orange Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 23.1).
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 Lafayette Elementary better than Orange Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Orange Grove Elementary ranks higher (25.9 vs 13.3 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 Lafayette Elementary and Orange Grove Elementary?
About 926 km in a straight line, between Eureka and Whittier in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette Elementary: 324. Orange Grove Elementary: 324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette Elementary and Orange Grove Elementary rank in California?
Lafayette Elementary is 5181st of 5,693 and Orange Grove Elementary is 3709th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).