Baker Elementary vs Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 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
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
456 students
| Measure | Baker Elementary San Diego, California | Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5058 of 5,693 | #4956 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47944 of 50,301 | #47603 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 361 | 456 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 456 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 29% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.3 vs 15.1).
- •Baker Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.7% vs 97.2%).
- •Baker Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 25.3).
- •Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary is the larger school with 456 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 Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Baker Elementary and Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baker Elementary: 361. Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary: 456. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baker Elementary and Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary rank in California?
Baker Elementary is 5058th of 5,693 and Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary is 4956th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).