Balboa Elementary vs Chavez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 501 m 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
Chavez Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
361 students
| Measure | Balboa Elementary San Diego, California | Chavez Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4173 of 5,693 | #5085 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43771 of 50,301 | #48052 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 457 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 96.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 24% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Balboa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.7 vs 14.1).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 24%).
- •Chavez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.1% vs 96.4%).
- •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 Balboa Elementary better than Chavez Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Balboa Elementary ranks higher (21.7 vs 14.1 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 Chavez Elementary?
About 501 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balboa Elementary: 457. Chavez Elementary: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balboa Elementary and Chavez Elementary rank in California?
Balboa Elementary is 4173rd of 5,693 and Chavez Elementary is 5085th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).