Barstow Fine Arts Academy vs Nell Dawson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 331 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barstow Fine Arts Academy
Barstow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
405 students
Nell Dawson Elementary
Coalinga · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
405 students
| Measure | Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow, California | Nell Dawson Elementary Coalinga, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2788 of 5,693 | #4073 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #34150 of 50,301 | #43234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 405 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.8% | 71.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 28% |
| Math proficiency | – | 28% |
| city | Barstow | Coalinga |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barstow Fine Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 22.6).
- •Barstow Fine Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 71.6%).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 21.3).
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 Barstow Fine Arts Academy better than Nell Dawson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Barstow Fine Arts Academy ranks higher (36.7 vs 22.6 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 Barstow Fine Arts Academy and Nell Dawson Elementary?
About 331 km in a straight line, between Barstow and Coalinga in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy: 405. Nell Dawson Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barstow Fine Arts Academy and Nell Dawson Elementary rank in California?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy is 2788th of 5,693 and Nell Dawson Elementary is 4073rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).