Allan Peterson Elementary vs Come Back Charter
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.
Allan Peterson Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
690 students
Come Back Charter
Merced · Charter high · Grades 9–12
128 students
| Measure | Allan Peterson Elementary Merced, California | Come Back Charter Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2140 of 5,693 | #1099 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #28080 of 50,301 | #15165 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 690 | 128 |
| Enrollment | 690 | 128 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 32.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | – |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Allan Peterson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 20.6).
- •Allan Peterson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67% vs 88.3%).
- •Allan Peterson Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.5 vs 32.0).
- •Allan Peterson Elementary is the larger school with 690 students compared with 128.
- •Allan Peterson Elementary is a public school while Come Back Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Allan Peterson Elementary better than Come Back Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Allan Peterson Elementary ranks higher (45.7 vs 20.6 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 Allan Peterson Elementary and Come Back Charter?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Allan Peterson Elementary: 690. Come Back Charter: 128. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Allan Peterson Elementary and Come Back Charter rank in California?
Allan Peterson Elementary is 2140th of 5,693 and Come Back Charter is 1099th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).