Marguerita Elementary vs William Northrup Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marguerita Elementary
Alhambra · Public elementary · Grades K–8
445 students
William Northrup Elementary
Alhambra · Public elementary · Grades K–8
814 students
| Measure | Marguerita Elementary Alhambra, California | William Northrup Elementary Alhambra, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1947 of 5,693 | #2353 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25640 of 50,301 | #30266 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 445 | 814 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 814 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.8% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 38% |
| city | Alhambra | Alhambra |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marguerita Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 42.6).
- •Marguerita Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 38%).
- •Marguerita Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 48%).
- •William Northrup Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 54.8%).
- •Marguerita Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 22.6).
- •William Northrup Elementary is the larger school with 814 students compared with 445.
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 Marguerita Elementary better than William Northrup Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Marguerita Elementary ranks higher (49.3 vs 42.6 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 Marguerita Elementary and William Northrup Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Alhambra and Alhambra in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marguerita Elementary: 445. William Northrup Elementary: 814. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marguerita Elementary and William Northrup Elementary rank in California?
Marguerita Elementary is 1947th of 5,693 and William Northrup Elementary is 2353rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).