Laurel Elementary vs Tide Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 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
Tide Academy
Menlo Park · Public high · Grades 9–12
212 students
| Measure | Laurel Elementary Atherton, California | Tide Academy Menlo Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #76 of 5,693 | #104 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #2905 of 50,301 | #3141 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 658 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.6% | 40.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | – |
| Math proficiency | 80% | – |
| city | Atherton | Menlo Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.0 vs 70.7).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.6% vs 40.1%).
- •Tide Academy does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 17.8).
- •Laurel Elementary is the larger school with 658 students compared with 212.
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 Tide Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Elementary ranks higher (84.0 vs 70.7 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 Tide Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Atherton and Menlo Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Elementary: 658. Tide Academy: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Elementary and Tide Academy rank in California?
Laurel Elementary is 76th of 5,693 and Tide Academy is 104th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).