Alice Birney Elementary vs South Bay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 5.3 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
South Bay Elementary
Eureka · Public middle · Grades 4–6
141 students
| Measure | Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, California | South Bay Elementary Eureka, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5363 of 5,693 | #951 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #49042 of 50,301 | #13660 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 375 | 141 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Eureka | Eureka |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Bay Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.7 vs 11.4).
- •South Bay Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Alice Birney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 84.4%).
- •South Bay Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 25.0).
- •Alice Birney Elementary is the larger school with 375 students compared with 141.
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 South Bay Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Bay Elementary ranks higher (20.7 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 South Bay Elementary?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Eureka and Eureka in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alice Birney Elementary: 375. South Bay Elementary: 141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alice Birney Elementary and South Bay Elementary rank in California?
Alice Birney Elementary is 5363rd of 5,693 and South Bay Elementary is 951st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).