Laurel Tree Charter vs Pacific Union Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 899 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Tree Charter
Arcata · Charter other · Grades K–12
197 students
Pacific Union Elementary
Arcata · Public elementary · Grades K–8
534 students
| Measure | Laurel Tree Charter Arcata, California | Pacific Union Elementary Arcata, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #2193 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #28685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 197 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 197 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.3% | 54.9% |
| Students per teacher | 28.1 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 40% |
| city | Arcata | Arcata |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacific Union Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Pacific Union Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Laurel Tree Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 54.9%).
- •Pacific Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 28.1).
- •Pacific Union Elementary is the larger school with 534 students compared with 197.
- •Laurel Tree Charter is a charter school while Pacific Union Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Tree Charter better than Pacific Union 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 Tree Charter and Pacific Union Elementary?
About 899 m in a straight line, between Arcata and Arcata in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Tree Charter: 197. Pacific Union Elementary: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Tree Charter and Pacific Union Elementary rank in California?
Laurel Tree Charter is unranked and Pacific Union Elementary is 2193rd of 5,693 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).