Ben Hulse Elementary vs Rio Hondo Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 268 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben Hulse Elementary
Imperial · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
Rio Hondo Elementary
Downey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
| Measure | Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial, California | Rio Hondo Elementary Downey, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2404 of 5,693 | #3102 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30800 of 50,301 | #36877 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 838 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 82.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 43% |
| city | Imperial | Downey |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ben Hulse Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 32.6).
- •Rio Hondo Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Ben Hulse Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 44%).
- •Ben Hulse Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.7% vs 82.6%).
- •Ben Hulse Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 23.3).
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 Ben Hulse Elementary better than Rio Hondo Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ben Hulse Elementary ranks higher (41.7 vs 32.6 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 Ben Hulse Elementary and Rio Hondo Elementary?
About 268 km in a straight line, between Imperial and Downey in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ben Hulse Elementary: 838. Rio Hondo Elementary: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ben Hulse Elementary and Rio Hondo Elementary rank in California?
Ben Hulse Elementary is 2404th of 5,693 and Rio Hondo Elementary is 3102nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).