Bardin Elementary vs Emmett S. Finley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 713 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bardin Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
559 students
Emmett S. Finley Elementary
Holtville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
559 students
| Measure | Bardin Elementary Salinas, California | Emmett S. Finley Elementary Holtville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5375 of 5,693 | #2108 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49083 of 50,301 | #27601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 559 | 559 |
| Enrollment | 559 | 559 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 80% |
| Students per teacher | 26.6 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 52% |
| city | Salinas | Holtville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 11.3).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 20%).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 29%).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80% vs 93%).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 26.6).
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 Bardin Elementary better than Emmett S. Finley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emmett S. Finley Elementary ranks higher (46.4 vs 11.3 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 Bardin Elementary and Emmett S. Finley Elementary?
About 713 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Holtville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bardin Elementary: 559. Emmett S. Finley Elementary: 559. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bardin Elementary and Emmett S. Finley Elementary rank in California?
Bardin Elementary is 5375th of 5,693 and Emmett S. Finley Elementary is 2108th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).