Ruby Bridges Elementary vs William G. Paden Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ruby Bridges Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
458 students
William G. Paden Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
| Measure | Ruby Bridges Elementary Alameda, California | William G. Paden Elementary Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3732 of 5,693 | #1817 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41293 of 50,301 | #24235 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 458 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.7% | 46% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 52% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William G. Paden Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 25.7).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46% vs 65.7%).
- •Ruby Bridges Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.3).
- •Ruby Bridges Elementary is the larger school with 458 students compared with 372.
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 Ruby Bridges Elementary better than William G. Paden Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William G. Paden Elementary ranks higher (51.4 vs 25.7 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 Ruby Bridges Elementary and William G. Paden Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ruby Bridges Elementary: 458. William G. Paden Elementary: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ruby Bridges Elementary and William G. Paden Elementary rank in California?
Ruby Bridges Elementary is 3732nd of 5,693 and William G. Paden Elementary is 1817th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).