Lafayette Elementary vs Sequoia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 967 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
208 students
Sequoia Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
180 students
| Measure | Lafayette Elementary San Diego, California | Sequoia Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3053 of 5,693 | #2763 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36507 of 50,301 | #33934 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 208 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 208 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76% | 74.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sequoia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 33.1).
- •Sequoia Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Sequoia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Sequoia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.4% vs 76%).
- •Lafayette Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 18.0).
- •Lafayette Elementary is the larger school with 208 students compared with 180.
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 Sequoia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sequoia Elementary ranks higher (37.1 vs 33.1 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 Sequoia Elementary?
About 967 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette Elementary: 208. Sequoia Elementary: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette Elementary and Sequoia Elementary rank in California?
Lafayette Elementary is 3053rd of 5,693 and Sequoia Elementary is 2763rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).