Bernhard Marks Elementary vs West Putnam Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 174 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
West Putnam Elementary
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
478 students
| Measure | Bernhard Marks Elementary Dos Palos, California | West Putnam Elementary Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5354 of 5,693 | #4849 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49018 of 50,301 | #47104 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% | 96.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 31% |
| city | Dos Palos | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Putnam Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.1 vs 11.5).
- •West Putnam Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 20%).
- •West Putnam Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Bernhard Marks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 96.4%).
- •West Putnam Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 25.2).
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 West Putnam Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Putnam Elementary ranks higher (16.1 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 West Putnam Elementary?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Dos Palos and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bernhard Marks Elementary: 478. West Putnam Elementary: 478. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bernhard Marks Elementary and West Putnam Elementary rank in California?
Bernhard Marks Elementary is 5354th of 5,693 and West Putnam Elementary is 4849th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).