Lafayette Park Primary Center vs Meridian Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 651 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette Park Primary Center
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–K
78 students
Meridian Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades K–8
78 students
| Measure | Lafayette Park Primary Center Los Angeles, California | Meridian Elementary Meridian, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4341 of 5,693 | #3808 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44662 of 50,301 | #41780 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–K | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 78 | 78 |
| Enrollment | 78 | 78 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 30% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Los Angeles | Meridian |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meridian Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 20.3).
- •Meridian Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 98.7%).
- •Lafayette Park Primary Center does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 26.0).
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 Park Primary Center better than Meridian Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Meridian Elementary ranks higher (24.9 vs 20.3 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 Park Primary Center and Meridian Elementary?
About 651 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Meridian in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette Park Primary Center: 78. Meridian Elementary: 78. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette Park Primary Center and Meridian Elementary rank in California?
Lafayette Park Primary Center is 4341st of 5,693 and Meridian Elementary is 3808th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).