Linda Verde Elementary vs Mary Casey Black Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 482 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linda Verde Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–8
680 students
Mary Casey Black Elementary
Brentwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
680 students
| Measure | Linda Verde Elementary Lancaster, California | Mary Casey Black Elementary Brentwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5526 of 5,693 | #2727 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49636 of 50,301 | #33521 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 680 | 680 |
| Enrollment | 680 | 680 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.5% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 33% |
| city | Lancaster | Brentwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary Casey Black Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 9.3).
- •Mary Casey Black Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 12%).
- •Mary Casey Black Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 22%).
- •Mary Casey Black Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 88.5%).
- •Linda Verde Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 25.2).
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 Linda Verde Elementary better than Mary Casey Black Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mary Casey Black Elementary ranks higher (37.7 vs 9.3 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 Linda Verde Elementary and Mary Casey Black Elementary?
About 482 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Brentwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linda Verde Elementary: 680. Mary Casey Black Elementary: 680. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linda Verde Elementary and Mary Casey Black Elementary rank in California?
Linda Verde Elementary is 5526th of 5,693 and Mary Casey Black Elementary is 2727th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).