Bonita Elementary vs Mary Buren Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bonita Elementary
Santa Maria · Public elementary · Grades K–6
535 students
Mary Buren Elementary
Guadalupe · Public elementary · Grades K–4
738 students
| Measure | Bonita Elementary Santa Maria, California | Mary Buren Elementary Guadalupe, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5289 of 5,693 | #5237 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48788 of 50,301 | #48598 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 535 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.8% | 90.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 19% |
| city | Santa Maria | Guadalupe |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.2 vs 12.7).
- •Bonita Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 19%).
- •Mary Buren Elementary does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 25%).
- •Mary Buren Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.1% vs 97.8%).
- •Bonita Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 19.4).
- •Mary Buren Elementary is the larger school with 738 students compared with 535.
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 Bonita Elementary better than Mary Buren Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bonita Elementary and Mary Buren Elementary?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Santa Maria and Guadalupe in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bonita Elementary: 535. Mary Buren Elementary: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bonita Elementary and Mary Buren Elementary rank in California?
Bonita Elementary is 5289th of 5,693 and Mary Buren Elementary is 5237th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).