Meridian Elementary vs Michelle Obama Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 213 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meridian Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
Michelle Obama Elementary
Panorama City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
| Measure | Meridian Elementary El Cajon, California | Michelle Obama Elementary Panorama City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5264 of 5,693 | #4954 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48689 of 50,301 | #47596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 570 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.2% | 98.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 27% |
| city | El Cajon | Panorama City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Michelle Obama Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.1 vs 12.5).
- •Michelle Obama Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Michelle Obama Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Meridian Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.2% vs 98.1%).
- •Michelle Obama Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 23.8).
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 Meridian Elementary better than Michelle Obama Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Michelle Obama Elementary ranks higher (15.1 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 Meridian Elementary and Michelle Obama Elementary?
About 213 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and Panorama City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meridian Elementary: 570. Michelle Obama Elementary: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meridian Elementary and Michelle Obama Elementary rank in California?
Meridian Elementary is 5264th of 5,693 and Michelle Obama Elementary is 4954th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).