Lathrop Elementary vs Mossdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lathrop Elementary
Lathrop · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,000 students
Mossdale Elementary
Lathrop · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,087 students
| Measure | Lathrop Elementary Lathrop, California | Mossdale Elementary Lathrop, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4391 of 5,693 | #2291 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44909 of 50,301 | #29681 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,000 | 1,087 |
| Enrollment | 1,000 | 1,087 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 59.6% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 27.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 41% |
| city | Lathrop | Lathrop |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mossdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 19.9).
- •Mossdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 20%).
- •Mossdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •Mossdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.6% vs 72.1%).
- •Lathrop Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.6 vs 27.2).
- •Mossdale Elementary is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 1,000.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lathrop Elementary better than Mossdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mossdale Elementary ranks higher (43.4 vs 19.9 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 Lathrop Elementary and Mossdale Elementary?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Lathrop and Lathrop in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lathrop Elementary: 1,000. Mossdale Elementary: 1,087. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lathrop Elementary and Mossdale Elementary rank in California?
Lathrop Elementary is 4391st of 5,693 and Mossdale Elementary is 2291st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).