Barstow Fine Arts Academy vs Shaffer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 420 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
Shaffer Elementary
Atwater · Public elementary · Grades K–6
405 students
| Measure | Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow, California | Shaffer Elementary Atwater, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2788 of 5,693 | #3453 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #34150 of 50,301 | #39488 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 405 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.8% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 44% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Barstow | Atwater |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barstow Fine Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 28.6).
- •Barstow Fine Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 81%).
- •Barstow Fine Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 22.5).
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 Shaffer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Barstow Fine Arts Academy ranks higher (36.7 vs 28.6 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 Shaffer Elementary?
About 420 km in a straight line, between Barstow and Atwater in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy: 405. Shaffer Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barstow Fine Arts Academy and Shaffer Elementary rank in California?
Barstow Fine Arts Academy is 2788th of 5,693 and Shaffer Elementary is 3453rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).