Maya Lin vs The Academy of Alameda
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.
Maya Lin
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
475 students
The Academy of Alameda
Alameda · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
638 students
| Measure | Maya Lin Alameda, California | The Academy of Alameda Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2097 of 5,693 | #1963 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27483 of 50,301 | #25850 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 475 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 48% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Academy of Alameda scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.0 vs 46.6).
- •Maya Lin does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 49.8%).
- •The Academy of Alameda does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 26.4).
- •The Academy of Alameda is the larger school with 638 students compared with 475.
- •Maya Lin is a public school while The Academy of Alameda is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Maya Lin better than The Academy of Alameda?
On the Success Index (US), The Academy of Alameda ranks higher (49.0 vs 46.6 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 Maya Lin and The Academy of Alameda?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maya Lin: 475. The Academy of Alameda: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maya Lin and The Academy of Alameda rank in California?
Maya Lin is 2097th of 5,693 and The Academy of Alameda is 1963rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).