Alice Birney Elementary vs Edison Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1091 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alice Birney Elementary
Eureka · Public elementary · Grades K–5
375 students
Edison Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
375 students
| Measure | Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, California | Edison Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5363 of 5,693 | #2239 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49042 of 50,301 | #29125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 375 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 56% |
| city | Eureka | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edison Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 11.4).
- •Edison Elementary does better on math proficiency (56% vs 17%).
- •Edison Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 17%).
- •Alice Birney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 96.3%).
- •Edison Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 25.0).
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 Alice Birney Elementary better than Edison Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Edison Elementary ranks higher (44.2 vs 11.4 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 Alice Birney Elementary and Edison Elementary?
About 1091 km in a straight line, between Eureka and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alice Birney Elementary: 375. Edison Elementary: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alice Birney Elementary and Edison Elementary rank in California?
Alice Birney Elementary is 5363rd of 5,693 and Edison Elementary is 2239th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).