Arcata Elementary vs Mendocino K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcata Elementary
Arcata · Public elementary · Grades K–5
240 students
Mendocino K-8
Mendocino · Public elementary · Grades K–8
241 students
| Measure | Arcata Elementary Arcata, California | Mendocino K-8 Mendocino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2389 of 5,693 | #2088 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30604 of 50,301 | #27406 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 240 | 241 |
| Enrollment | 240 | 241 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.8% | 68.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 45% |
| city | Arcata | Mendocino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mendocino K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 42.0).
- •Arcata Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Mendocino K-8 does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 47%).
- •Mendocino K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.5% vs 78.8%).
- •Mendocino K-8 does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.0).
- •Mendocino K-8 is the larger school with 241 students compared with 240.
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 Arcata Elementary better than Mendocino K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Mendocino K-8 ranks higher (46.7 vs 42.0 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 Arcata Elementary and Mendocino K-8?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Arcata and Mendocino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcata Elementary: 240. Mendocino K-8: 241. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcata Elementary and Mendocino K-8 rank in California?
Arcata Elementary is 2389th of 5,693 and Mendocino K-8 is 2088th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).