Bethune K-8 vs Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 45 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bethune K-8
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–8
520 students
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–6
520 students
| Measure | Bethune K-8 San Diego, California | Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary Carlsbad, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2066 of 5,693 | #300 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27134 of 50,301 | #5198 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 520 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 6.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 73% |
| city | San Diego | Carlsbad |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 47.0).
- •Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 52%).
- •Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 57%).
- •Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.5% vs 72.1%).
- •Bethune K-8 does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 23.6).
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 Bethune K-8 better than Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary ranks higher (79.6 vs 47.0 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 Bethune K-8 and Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary?
About 45 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Carlsbad in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bethune K-8: 520. Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bethune K-8 and Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary rank in California?
Bethune K-8 is 2066th of 5,693 and Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary is 300th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).