Birney Elementary vs Mattie Washburn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 820 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birney Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
535 students
Mattie Washburn Elementary
Santa Rosa · Public elementary · Grades K–2
535 students
| Measure | Birney Elementary San Diego, California | Mattie Washburn Elementary Santa Rosa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1003 of 5,693 | #2020 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13547 of 50,301 | #26613 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 535 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 52.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | – |
| Math proficiency | 69% | – |
| city | San Diego | Santa Rosa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Birney Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 47.8).
- •Birney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.2% vs 52.5%).
- •Mattie Washburn Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 24.3).
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 Birney Elementary better than Mattie Washburn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Birney Elementary ranks higher (66.8 vs 47.8 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 Birney Elementary and Mattie Washburn Elementary?
About 820 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Santa Rosa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Birney Elementary: 535. Mattie Washburn Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Birney Elementary and Mattie Washburn Elementary rank in California?
Birney Elementary is 1003rd of 5,693 and Mattie Washburn Elementary is 2020th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).