Alisal Community vs John O. Tynes Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 462 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alisal Community
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
591 students
John O. Tynes Elementary
Placentia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
591 students
| Measure | Alisal Community Salinas, California | John O. Tynes Elementary Placentia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3384 of 5,693 | #2074 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38909 of 50,301 | #27226 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 591 | 591 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 591 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 51% |
| city | Salinas | Placentia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John O. Tynes Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 29.4).
- •John O. Tynes Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •John O. Tynes Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 51%).
- •John O. Tynes Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 94.2%).
- •John O. Tynes Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 24.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alisal Community better than John O. Tynes Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John O. Tynes Elementary ranks higher (46.9 vs 29.4 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 Alisal Community and John O. Tynes Elementary?
About 462 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Placentia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alisal Community: 591. John O. Tynes Elementary: 591. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alisal Community and John O. Tynes Elementary rank in California?
Alisal Community is 3384th of 5,693 and John O. Tynes Elementary is 2074th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).