Lorin A. Eden Elementary vs Palma Ceia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lorin A. Eden Elementary
Hayward · Public elementary · Grades K–6
386 students
Palma Ceia Elementary
Hayward · Public elementary · Grades K–6
484 students
| Measure | Lorin A. Eden Elementary Hayward, California | Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3518 of 5,693 | #3812 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39976 of 50,301 | #41788 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 386 | 484 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 484 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.4% | 76.2% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 28% |
| city | Hayward | Hayward |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lorin A. Eden Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 24.9).
- •Lorin A. Eden Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Palma Ceia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 38%).
- •Lorin A. Eden Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.4% vs 76.2%).
- •Palma Ceia Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 25.7).
- •Palma Ceia Elementary is the larger school with 484 students compared with 386.
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 Lorin A. Eden Elementary better than Palma Ceia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lorin A. Eden Elementary ranks higher (27.7 vs 24.9 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 Lorin A. Eden Elementary and Palma Ceia Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Hayward and Hayward in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lorin A. Eden Elementary: 386. Palma Ceia Elementary: 484. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lorin A. Eden Elementary and Palma Ceia Elementary rank in California?
Lorin A. Eden Elementary is 3518th of 5,693 and Palma Ceia Elementary is 3812th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).