Blanchard Elementary vs Downtown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blanchard Elementary
Santa Paula · Public elementary · Grades K–6
317 students
Downtown Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–8
317 students
| Measure | Blanchard Elementary Santa Paula, California | Downtown Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #5300 of 5,693 | #604 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48824 of 50,301 | #8635 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 317 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.9% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 67% |
| city | Santa Paula | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downtown Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 12.1).
- •Downtown Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 17%).
- •Downtown Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 17%).
- •Downtown Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 83.9%).
- •Blanchard Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 22.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Blanchard Elementary better than Downtown Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Downtown Elementary ranks higher (73.9 vs 12.1 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 Blanchard Elementary and Downtown Elementary?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Santa Paula and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blanchard Elementary: 317. Downtown Elementary: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blanchard Elementary and Downtown Elementary rank in California?
Blanchard Elementary is 5300th of 5,693 and Downtown Elementary is 604th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).