Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten vs Nell Dawson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 584 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten
Coalinga · Public elementary · Grades K–K
74 students
Nell Dawson Elementary
Coalinga · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
405 students
| Measure | Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten Coalinga, California | Nell Dawson Elementary Coalinga, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2549 of 5,693 | #4073 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31979 of 50,301 | #43234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–K | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 74 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 74 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.3% | 71.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 28% |
| Math proficiency | – | 28% |
| city | Coalinga | Coalinga |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 22.6).
- •Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.3% vs 71.6%).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 18.5).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary is the larger school with 405 students compared with 74.
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 Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten better than Nell Dawson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten ranks higher (39.9 vs 22.6 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 Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten and Nell Dawson Elementary?
About 584 m in a straight line, between Coalinga and Coalinga in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten: 74. Nell Dawson Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten and Nell Dawson Elementary rank in California?
Annie E. Cheney Kindergarten is 2549th of 5,693 and Nell Dawson Elementary is 4073rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).