Aromas vs Dehesa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 632 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aromas
Aromas · Public elementary · Grades K–8
399 students
Dehesa Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
399 students
| Measure | Aromas Aromas, California | Dehesa Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2346 of 5,693 | #2574 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30201 of 50,301 | #32167 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 399 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.4% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 32% |
| city | Aromas | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aromas scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.6 vs 39.6).
- •Aromas does better on math proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Aromas does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 32%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 51.4%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 21.0).
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 Aromas better than Dehesa Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Aromas ranks higher (42.6 vs 39.6 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 Aromas and Dehesa Elementary?
About 632 km in a straight line, between Aromas and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aromas: 399. Dehesa Elementary: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aromas and Dehesa Elementary rank in California?
Aromas is 2346th of 5,693 and Dehesa Elementary is 2574th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).