Merced Elementary vs Merlinda 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.
Merced Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–5
617 students
Merlinda Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–6
460 students
| Measure | Merced Elementary West Covina, California | Merlinda Elementary West Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1509 of 5,693 | #2621 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #19938 of 50,301 | #32623 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 617 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.7% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 29.4 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 47% |
| city | West Covina | West Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merced Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.5 vs 39.0).
- •Merced Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 47%).
- •Merced Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 55%).
- •Merced Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 88.5%).
- •Merlinda Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 29.4).
- •Merced Elementary is the larger school with 617 students compared with 460.
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 Merced Elementary better than Merlinda Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Merced Elementary ranks higher (57.5 vs 39.0 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 Merced Elementary and Merlinda Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between West Covina and West Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Merced Elementary: 617. Merlinda Elementary: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Merced Elementary and Merlinda Elementary rank in California?
Merced Elementary is 1509th of 5,693 and Merlinda Elementary is 2621st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).