Aileen Colburn Elementary vs Carlos Santana Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 397 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aileen Colburn Elementary
Atwater · Public elementary · Grades K–6
371 students
Carlos Santana Arts Academy
North Hills · Public elementary · Grades K–5
371 students
| Measure | Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, California | Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4142 of 5,693 | #5543 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43625 of 50,301 | #49702 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 371 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 91.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 13% |
| city | Atwater | North Hills |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aileen Colburn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.9 vs 9.0).
- •Aileen Colburn Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 13%).
- •Aileen Colburn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Carlos Santana Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.1% vs 91.6%).
- •Carlos Santana Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 21.8).
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 Aileen Colburn Elementary better than Carlos Santana Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Aileen Colburn Elementary ranks higher (21.9 vs 9.0 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 Aileen Colburn Elementary and Carlos Santana Arts Academy?
About 397 km in a straight line, between Atwater and North Hills in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aileen Colburn Elementary: 371. Carlos Santana Arts Academy: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aileen Colburn Elementary and Carlos Santana Arts Academy rank in California?
Aileen Colburn Elementary is 4142nd of 5,693 and Carlos Santana Arts Academy is 5543rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).