Bay View Elementary vs Fipps Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 204 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bay View Elementary
Santa Cruz · Public elementary · Grades K–5
394 students
Fipps Primary
Riverdale · Public elementary · Grades K–3
394 students
| Measure | Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, California | Fipps Primary Riverdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2600 of 5,693 | #2315 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32452 of 50,301 | #30022 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 394 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 92.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 57% |
| city | Santa Cruz | Riverdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fipps Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 39.2).
- •Fipps Primary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •Fipps Primary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Bay View Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.2% vs 92.6%).
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 Bay View Elementary better than Fipps Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Fipps Primary ranks higher (42.9 vs 39.2 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 Bay View Elementary and Fipps Primary?
About 204 km in a straight line, between Santa Cruz and Riverdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bay View Elementary: 394. Fipps Primary: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bay View Elementary and Fipps Primary rank in California?
Bay View Elementary is 2600th of 5,693 and Fipps Primary is 2315th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).