Balboa Elementary vs Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balboa Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
457 students
Central Elementary
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
477 students
| Measure | Balboa Elementary San Diego, California | Central Elementary National City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4173 of 5,693 | #3871 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43771 of 50,301 | #42162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 457 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| city | San Diego | National City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.2 vs 21.7).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 92.1%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 23.9).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 477 students compared with 457.
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 Balboa Elementary better than Central Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (24.2 vs 21.7 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 Balboa Elementary and Central Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between San Diego and National City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balboa Elementary: 457. Central Elementary: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balboa Elementary and Central Elementary rank in California?
Balboa Elementary is 4173rd of 5,693 and Central Elementary is 3871st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).