Bonny Doon Elementary vs SLVUSD Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 7.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bonny Doon Elementary
Santa Cruz · Public elementary · Grades K–6
92 students
SLVUSD Charter
Ben Lomond · Charter other · Grades K–12
301 students
| Measure | Bonny Doon Elementary Santa Cruz, California | SLVUSD Charter Ben Lomond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #924 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #12553 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 92 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 92 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.8% | 20.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 27.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| city | Santa Cruz | Ben Lomond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bonny Doon Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •SLVUSD Charter does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 62%).
- •SLVUSD Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 22.8%).
- •Bonny Doon Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 27.4).
- •SLVUSD Charter is the larger school with 301 students compared with 92.
- •Bonny Doon Elementary is a public school while SLVUSD Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Bonny Doon Elementary better than SLVUSD Charter?
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 Bonny Doon Elementary and SLVUSD Charter?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Santa Cruz and Ben Lomond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bonny Doon Elementary: 92. SLVUSD Charter: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bonny Doon Elementary and SLVUSD Charter rank in California?
Bonny Doon Elementary is 924th of 5,693 and SLVUSD Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).