Maya Lin vs William G. Paden Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 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
William G. Paden Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
| Measure | Maya Lin Alameda, California | William G. Paden Elementary Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2097 of 5,693 | #1817 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27483 of 50,301 | #24235 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 475 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 46% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William G. Paden Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 46.6).
- •Maya Lin does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 46%).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 26.4).
- •Maya Lin is the larger school with 475 students compared with 372.
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 William G. Paden Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William G. Paden Elementary ranks higher (51.4 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 William G. Paden Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maya Lin: 475. William G. Paden Elementary: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maya Lin and William G. Paden Elementary rank in California?
Maya Lin is 2097th of 5,693 and William G. Paden Elementary is 1817th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).