Baker Elementary vs Balboa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baker Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
361 students
Balboa Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
457 students
| Measure | Baker Elementary San Diego, California | Balboa Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5058 of 5,693 | #4173 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47944 of 50,301 | #43771 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 361 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 38% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Balboa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.7 vs 14.3).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.1% vs 97.2%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 24.1).
- •Balboa Elementary is the larger school with 457 students compared with 361.
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 Baker Elementary better than Balboa Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Balboa Elementary ranks higher (21.7 vs 14.3 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 Baker Elementary and Balboa Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baker Elementary: 361. Balboa Elementary: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baker Elementary and Balboa Elementary rank in California?
Baker Elementary is 5058th of 5,693 and Balboa Elementary is 4173rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).