Maude B. Davis Elementary vs Meridian Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 134 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
570 students
Meridian Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
| Measure | Maude B. Davis Elementary Costa Mesa, California | Meridian Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #452 of 5,693 | #5264 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6826 of 50,301 | #48689 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 570 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 93.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 21% |
| city | Costa Mesa | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maude B. Davis Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 12.5).
- •Maude B. Davis Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 21%).
- •Maude B. Davis Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 31%).
- •Maude B. Davis Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 93.2%).
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 Maude B. Davis Elementary better than Meridian Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Maude B. Davis Elementary ranks higher (76.8 vs 12.5 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 Maude B. Davis Elementary and Meridian Elementary?
About 134 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maude B. Davis Elementary: 570. Meridian Elementary: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maude B. Davis Elementary and Meridian Elementary rank in California?
Maude B. Davis Elementary is 452nd of 5,693 and Meridian Elementary is 5264th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).