Myford Elementary vs Tustin Memorial Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Myford Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–5
542 students
Tustin Memorial Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
613 students
| Measure | Myford Elementary Irvine, California | Tustin Memorial Elementary Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #692 of 5,693 | #262 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9735 of 50,301 | #4801 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 542 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.2% | 22.5% |
| Students per teacher | 27.1 | 27.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 84% |
| city | Irvine | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tustin Memorial Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.4 vs 72.3).
- •Tustin Memorial Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 76%).
- •Tustin Memorial Elementary does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 75%).
- •Tustin Memorial Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.5% vs 38.2%).
- •Myford Elementary does better on students per teacher (27.1 vs 27.9).
- •Tustin Memorial Elementary is the larger school with 613 students compared with 542.
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 Myford Elementary better than Tustin Memorial Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tustin Memorial Elementary ranks higher (80.4 vs 72.3 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 Myford Elementary and Tustin Memorial Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Myford Elementary: 542. Tustin Memorial Elementary: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Myford Elementary and Tustin Memorial Elementary rank in California?
Myford Elementary is 692nd of 5,693 and Tustin Memorial Elementary is 262nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).