Atascadero Middle vs San Benito Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atascadero Middle
Atascadero · Public middle · Grades 6–8
845 students
San Benito Elementary
Atascadero · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
| Measure | Atascadero Middle Atascadero, California | San Benito Elementary Atascadero, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #529 of 1,334 | #1645 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9330 of 15,369 | #21682 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 845 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 845 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.4% | 56.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 28.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 57% |
| city | Atascadero | Atascadero |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Benito Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 42.2).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Atascadero Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 56.6%).
- •Atascadero Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 28.8).
- •Atascadero Middle is the larger school with 845 students compared with 403.
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 Atascadero Middle better than San Benito Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), San Benito Elementary ranks higher (55.0 vs 42.2 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 Atascadero Middle and San Benito Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Atascadero and Atascadero in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atascadero Middle: 845. San Benito Elementary: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atascadero Middle and San Benito Elementary rank in California?
Atascadero Middle is 529th of 1,334 and San Benito Elementary is 1645th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).