Lakeland Elementary vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 161 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeland Elementary
Norwalk · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
Monroe Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
315 students
| Measure | Lakeland Elementary Norwalk, California | Monroe Elementary Santa Barbara, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2278 of 5,693 | #3809 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29531 of 50,301 | #41782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.5% | 69.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 22% |
| city | Norwalk | Santa Barbara |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 24.9).
- •Lakeland Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Lakeland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 34%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 77.5%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 21.0).
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 Lakeland Elementary better than Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeland Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 24.9 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 Lakeland Elementary and Monroe Elementary?
About 161 km in a straight line, between Norwalk and Santa Barbara in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeland Elementary: 315. Monroe Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeland Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in California?
Lakeland Elementary is 2278th of 5,693 and Monroe Elementary is 3809th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).