Laurel Elementary vs Ocean View Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–5
465 students
Ocean View Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–5
668 students
| Measure | Laurel Elementary Whittier, California | Ocean View Elementary Whittier, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2895 of 5,693 | #946 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35212 of 50,301 | #12895 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 465 | 668 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 668 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 51.2% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 73% |
| city | Whittier | Whittier |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocean View Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 35.1).
- •Ocean View Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 43%).
- •Ocean View Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 49%).
- •Ocean View Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 81.3%).
- •Laurel Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.8 vs 26.7).
- •Ocean View Elementary is the larger school with 668 students compared with 465.
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 Ocean View Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ocean View Elementary ranks higher (67.8 vs 35.1 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 Ocean View Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Whittier and Whittier in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Elementary: 465. Ocean View Elementary: 668. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Elementary and Ocean View Elementary rank in California?
Laurel Elementary is 2895th of 5,693 and Ocean View Elementary is 946th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).