Laurel Elementary vs Mission Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Elementary
Oceanside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
352 students
Mission Elementary
Oceanside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
419 students
| Measure | Laurel Elementary Oceanside, California | Mission Elementary Oceanside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4806 of 5,693 | #4844 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46922 of 50,301 | #47082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 352 | 419 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 419 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| city | Oceanside | Oceanside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.4 vs 16.1).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Mission Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Mission Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.9% vs 92.9%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 24.6).
- •Mission Elementary is the larger school with 419 students compared with 352.
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 Laurel Elementary better than Mission Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Laurel Elementary and Mission Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Oceanside and Oceanside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Elementary: 352. Mission Elementary: 419. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Elementary and Mission Elementary rank in California?
Laurel Elementary is 4806th of 5,693 and Mission Elementary is 4844th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).