Manuel Esqueda Elementary vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 631 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manuel Esqueda Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–8
811 students
Monroe Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
217 students
| Measure | Manuel Esqueda Elementary Santa Ana, California | Monroe Elementary Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5321 of 5,693 | #4639 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48909 of 50,301 | #46185 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 811 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.3% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monroe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 11.9).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Manuel Esqueda Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.5% vs 94.3%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 21.9).
- •Manuel Esqueda Elementary is the larger school with 811 students compared with 217.
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 Manuel Esqueda Elementary better than Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monroe Elementary ranks higher (17.8 vs 11.9 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 Manuel Esqueda Elementary and Monroe Elementary?
About 631 m in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manuel Esqueda Elementary: 811. Monroe Elementary: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manuel Esqueda Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in California?
Manuel Esqueda Elementary is 5321st of 5,693 and Monroe Elementary is 4639th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).