Benjamin Foxen Elementary vs Pine Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 504 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Foxen Elementary
Santa Maria · Public elementary · Grades K–8
210 students
Pine Elementary
Holtville · Public elementary · Grades K–8
210 students
| Measure | Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria, California | Pine Elementary Holtville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2094 of 5,693 | #1701 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27449 of 50,301 | #22448 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 210 | 210 |
| Enrollment | 210 | 210 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.8% | 65.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| city | Santa Maria | Holtville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pine Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 46.6).
- •Pine Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Pine Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Benjamin Foxen Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.8% vs 65.7%).
- •Pine Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 21.0).
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 Benjamin Foxen Elementary better than Pine Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pine Elementary ranks higher (53.9 vs 46.6 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 Benjamin Foxen Elementary and Pine Elementary?
About 504 km in a straight line, between Santa Maria and Holtville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Foxen Elementary: 210. Pine Elementary: 210. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Foxen Elementary and Pine Elementary rank in California?
Benjamin Foxen Elementary is 2094th of 5,693 and Pine Elementary is 1701st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).