Nelson Elementary vs Sparks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 645 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Elementary
La Puente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
Sparks Elementary
La Puente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
361 students
| Measure | Nelson Elementary La Puente, California | Sparks Elementary La Puente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4083 of 5,693 | #3522 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43290 of 50,301 | #39997 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 291 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.3% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 34% |
| city | La Puente | La Puente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sparks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 22.5).
- •Sparks Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Sparks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.3% vs 81.4%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 24.1).
- •Sparks Elementary is the larger school with 361 students compared with 291.
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 Nelson Elementary better than Sparks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sparks Elementary ranks higher (27.7 vs 22.5 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 Nelson Elementary and Sparks Elementary?
About 645 m in a straight line, between La Puente and La Puente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Elementary: 291. Sparks Elementary: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Elementary and Sparks Elementary rank in California?
Nelson Elementary is 4083rd of 5,693 and Sparks Elementary is 3522nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).