Laurel Elementary vs Ramon Garza Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 370 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Elementary
Atherton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
658 students
Ramon Garza Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
658 students
| Measure | Laurel Elementary Atherton, California | Ramon Garza Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 5,693 | #5266 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2905 of 50,301 | #48695 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 658 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.6% | 95.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 19% |
| city | Atherton | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 12.5).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 19%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 31%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.6% vs 95.9%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 20.6).
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 Laurel Elementary better than Ramon Garza Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Elementary ranks higher (84.0 vs 12.5 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 Laurel Elementary and Ramon Garza Elementary?
About 370 km in a straight line, between Atherton and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Elementary: 658. Ramon Garza Elementary: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Elementary and Ramon Garza Elementary rank in California?
Laurel Elementary is 76th of 5,693 and Ramon Garza Elementary is 5266th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).