Bernhard Marks Elementary vs Craig Williams Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 413 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bernhard Marks Elementary
Dos Palos · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
478 students
Craig Williams Elementary
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades K–6
478 students
| Measure | Bernhard Marks Elementary Dos Palos, California | Craig Williams Elementary Lakewood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5354 of 5,693 | #5074 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49018 of 50,301 | #47993 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 478 | 478 |
| Enrollment | 478 | 478 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 24% |
| city | Dos Palos | Lakewood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Craig Williams Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.2 vs 11.5).
- •Craig Williams Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 20%).
- •Craig Williams Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 25%).
- •Craig Williams Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 87.4%).
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 Bernhard Marks Elementary better than Craig Williams Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Craig Williams Elementary ranks higher (14.2 vs 11.5 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 Bernhard Marks Elementary and Craig Williams Elementary?
About 413 km in a straight line, between Dos Palos and Lakewood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bernhard Marks Elementary: 478. Craig Williams Elementary: 478. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bernhard Marks Elementary and Craig Williams Elementary rank in California?
Bernhard Marks Elementary is 5354th of 5,693 and Craig Williams Elementary is 5074th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).