McKinley vs Moulton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades K–8
538 students
Moulton Elementary
Laguna Niguel · Public elementary · Grades K–5
538 students
| Measure | McKinley Pasadena, California | Moulton Elementary Laguna Niguel, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3651 of 5,693 | #542 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40863 of 50,301 | #7911 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 538 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 538 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 73% |
| city | Pasadena | Laguna Niguel |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Moulton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.1 vs 26.3).
- •Moulton Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 31%).
- •Moulton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 38%).
- •Moulton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 78.4%).
- •McKinley does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 24.5).
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 McKinley better than Moulton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Moulton Elementary ranks higher (75.1 vs 26.3 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 McKinley and Moulton Elementary?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and Laguna Niguel in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley: 538. Moulton Elementary: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley and Moulton Elementary rank in California?
McKinley is 3651st of 5,693 and Moulton Elementary is 542nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).