Ada Givens Elementary vs Dos Palos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ada Givens Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
579 students
Dos Palos Elementary
Dos Palos · Public elementary · Grades K–2
579 students
| Measure | Ada Givens Elementary Merced, California | Dos Palos Elementary Dos Palos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3541 of 5,693 | #4978 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40127 of 50,301 | #47682 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 579 | 579 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 579 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 88.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Merced | Dos Palos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ada Givens Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 14.9).
- •Ada Givens Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.9% vs 88.1%).
- •Dos Palos Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 24.1).
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 Ada Givens Elementary better than Dos Palos Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ada Givens Elementary ranks higher (27.4 vs 14.9 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 Ada Givens Elementary and Dos Palos Elementary?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Merced and Dos Palos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ada Givens Elementary: 579. Dos Palos Elementary: 579. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ada Givens Elementary and Dos Palos Elementary rank in California?
Ada Givens Elementary is 3541st of 5,693 and Dos Palos Elementary is 4978th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).