Lafayette Elementary vs Marshall Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette Elementary
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades K–5
515 students
Marshall Elementary
Castro Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
515 students
| Measure | Lafayette Elementary Lafayette, California | Marshall Elementary Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #109 of 5,693 | #1033 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3340 of 50,301 | #13842 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 515 | 515 |
| Enrollment | 515 | 515 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.7% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 68% |
| city | Lafayette | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 66.4).
- •Lafayette Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 68%).
- •Lafayette Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 68%).
- •Lafayette Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.7% vs 44.5%).
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 Marshall Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette Elementary ranks higher (83.1 vs 66.4 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 Marshall Elementary?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Lafayette and Castro Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette Elementary: 515. Marshall Elementary: 515. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette Elementary and Marshall Elementary rank in California?
Lafayette Elementary is 109th of 5,693 and Marshall Elementary is 1033rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).