Barbara Benson Elementary vs Foothill High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barbara Benson Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
313 students
Foothill High
Santa Ana · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,126 students
| Measure | Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, California | Foothill High Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3031 of 5,693 | #255 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #36350 of 50,301 | #5976 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 313 | 2,126 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 2,126 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.2% | 47.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| city | Tustin | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foothill High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 33.3).
- •Foothill High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Foothill High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •Foothill High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.8% vs 73.2%).
- •Barbara Benson Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 25.3).
- •Foothill High is the larger school with 2,126 students compared with 313.
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 Barbara Benson Elementary better than Foothill High?
On the Success Index (US), Foothill High ranks higher (59.3 vs 33.3 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 Barbara Benson Elementary and Foothill High?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barbara Benson Elementary: 313. Foothill High: 2,126. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barbara Benson Elementary and Foothill High rank in California?
Barbara Benson Elementary is 3031st of 5,693 and Foothill High is 255th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).