Laurel Elementary vs Orchard Park
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Elementary
Oakley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
Orchard Park
Oakley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
751 students
| Measure | Laurel Elementary Oakley, California | Orchard Park Oakley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2615 of 5,693 | #3516 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32564 of 50,301 | #39935 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 342 | 751 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 751 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 30% |
| city | Oakley | Oakley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.1 vs 27.8).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 30%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 72.6%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 25.0).
- •Orchard Park is the larger school with 751 students compared with 342.
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 Orchard Park?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Elementary ranks higher (39.1 vs 27.8 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 Orchard Park?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Oakley and Oakley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Elementary: 342. Orchard Park: 751. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Elementary and Orchard Park rank in California?
Laurel Elementary is 2615th of 5,693 and Orchard Park is 3516th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).