Bonita Street Elementary vs Dehesa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 175 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bonita Street Elementary
Carson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
399 students
Dehesa Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
399 students
| Measure | Bonita Street Elementary Carson, California | Dehesa Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4351 of 5,693 | #2574 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44709 of 50,301 | #32167 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 399 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 32% |
| city | Carson | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dehesa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.6 vs 20.2).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 28%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 77.9%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 21.0).
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 Street Elementary better than Dehesa Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dehesa Elementary ranks higher (39.6 vs 20.2 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 Bonita Street Elementary and Dehesa Elementary?
About 175 km in a straight line, between Carson and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bonita Street Elementary: 399. Dehesa Elementary: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bonita Street Elementary and Dehesa Elementary rank in California?
Bonita Street Elementary is 4351st of 5,693 and Dehesa Elementary is 2574th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).