Balboa Elementary vs Thomas Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 162 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
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Bellflower · Public elementary · Grades K–6
457 students
| Measure | Balboa Elementary San Diego, California | Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4173 of 5,693 | #3695 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43771 of 50,301 | #41107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 457 | 457 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 457 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 87.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 30% |
| city | San Diego | Bellflower |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.0 vs 21.7).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 30%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.3% vs 92.1%).
- •Balboa Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 25.4).
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 Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (26.0 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 Thomas Jefferson Elementary?
About 162 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Bellflower in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Balboa Elementary: 457. Thomas Jefferson Elementary: 457. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Balboa Elementary and Thomas Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Balboa Elementary is 4173rd of 5,693 and Thomas Jefferson Elementary is 3695th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).