Ben Painter Elementary vs Kings Beach Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 261 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben Painter Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
362 students
Kings Beach Elementary
Kings Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
362 students
| Measure | Ben Painter Elementary San Jose, California | Kings Beach Elementary Kings Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2532 of 5,693 | #2052 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31854 of 50,301 | #27032 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 362 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 45% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| city | San Jose | Kings Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kings Beach Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 40.1).
- •Kings Beach Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Ben Painter Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Kings Beach Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45% vs 51.9%).
- •Kings Beach Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 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 Ben Painter Elementary better than Kings Beach Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kings Beach Elementary ranks higher (47.2 vs 40.1 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 Painter Elementary and Kings Beach Elementary?
About 261 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Kings Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ben Painter Elementary: 362. Kings Beach Elementary: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ben Painter Elementary and Kings Beach Elementary rank in California?
Ben Painter Elementary is 2532nd of 5,693 and Kings Beach Elementary is 2052nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).