The Academy of Alameda vs William G. Paden Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 661 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Academy of Alameda
Alameda · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
638 students
William G. Paden Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
| Measure | The Academy of Alameda Alameda, California | William G. Paden Elementary Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1963 of 5,693 | #1817 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25850 of 50,301 | #24235 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 638 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 46% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 52% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William G. Paden Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 49.0).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46% vs 49.8%).
- •The Academy of Alameda does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 23.3).
- •The Academy of Alameda is the larger school with 638 students compared with 372.
- •The Academy of Alameda is a charter school while William G. Paden Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 The Academy of Alameda better than William G. Paden Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William G. Paden Elementary ranks higher (51.4 vs 49.0 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 The Academy of Alameda and William G. Paden Elementary?
About 661 m in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The Academy of Alameda: 638. William G. Paden Elementary: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The Academy of Alameda and William G. Paden Elementary rank in California?
The Academy of Alameda is 1963rd of 5,693 and William G. Paden Elementary is 1817th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).