Loma Prieta Elementary vs Walnut Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 424 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Loma Prieta Elementary
Los Gatos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
259 students
Walnut Elementary
Newbury Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
259 students
| Measure | Loma Prieta Elementary Los Gatos, California | Walnut Elementary Newbury Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #358 of 5,693 | #2450 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5857 of 50,301 | #31175 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 259 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.5% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 37% |
| city | Los Gatos | Newbury Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Loma Prieta Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 41.2).
- •Loma Prieta Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •Loma Prieta Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Loma Prieta Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 54.4%).
- •Walnut Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 23.5).
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 Loma Prieta Elementary better than Walnut Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Loma Prieta Elementary ranks higher (78.5 vs 41.2 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 Loma Prieta Elementary and Walnut Elementary?
About 424 km in a straight line, between Los Gatos and Newbury Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Loma Prieta Elementary: 259. Walnut Elementary: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Loma Prieta Elementary and Walnut Elementary rank in California?
Loma Prieta Elementary is 358th of 5,693 and Walnut Elementary is 2450th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).