R. L. Stevenson Elementary vs Thomas Edison Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R. L. Stevenson Elementary
Burbank · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
Thomas Edison Elementary
Burbank · Public elementary · Grades K–5
432 students
| Measure | R. L. Stevenson Elementary Burbank, California | Thomas Edison Elementary Burbank, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #790 of 5,693 | #809 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10969 of 50,301 | #11277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 521 | 432 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 432 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.3% | 23.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 59% |
| city | Burbank | Burbank |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.5 vs 70.1).
- •R. L. Stevenson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 73%).
- •R. L. Stevenson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 23.1%).
- •R. L. Stevenson Elementary is the larger school with 521 students compared with 432.
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 R. L. Stevenson Elementary better than Thomas Edison Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are R. L. Stevenson Elementary and Thomas Edison Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Burbank and Burbank in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R. L. Stevenson Elementary: 521. Thomas Edison Elementary: 432. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R. L. Stevenson Elementary and Thomas Edison Elementary rank in California?
R. L. Stevenson Elementary is 790th of 5,693 and Thomas Edison Elementary is 809th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).