Alisal High vs Frank Paul Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alisal High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,742 students
Frank Paul Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
638 students
| Measure | Alisal High Salinas, California | Frank Paul Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1140 of 1,343 | #4947 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15477 of 16,910 | #47574 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,742 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 2,742 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 27% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alisal High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.8 vs 15.1).
- •Frank Paul Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 20%).
- •Alisal High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 31%).
- •Frank Paul Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92% vs 95.2%).
- •Alisal High does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.5).
- •Alisal High is the larger school with 2,742 students compared with 638.
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 Alisal High better than Frank Paul Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alisal High ranks higher (18.8 vs 15.1 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 High and Frank Paul Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alisal High: 2,742. Frank Paul Elementary: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alisal High and Frank Paul Elementary rank in California?
Alisal High is 1140th of 1,343 and Frank Paul Elementary is 4947th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).