Cahuilla Elementary vs Dehesa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 118 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cahuilla Elementary
Palm Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
399 students
Dehesa Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–8
399 students
| Measure | Cahuilla Elementary Palm Springs, California | Dehesa Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3476 of 5,693 | #2574 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39620 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 | 91.5% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 32% |
| city | Palm Springs | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dehesa Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.6 vs 28.3).
- •Cahuilla Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Cahuilla Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 91.5%).
- •Dehesa Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.0).
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 Cahuilla Elementary better than Dehesa Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dehesa Elementary ranks higher (39.6 vs 28.3 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 Cahuilla Elementary and Dehesa Elementary?
About 118 km in a straight line, between Palm Springs and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cahuilla Elementary: 399. Dehesa Elementary: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cahuilla Elementary and Dehesa Elementary rank in California?
Cahuilla Elementary is 3476th of 5,693 and Dehesa Elementary is 2574th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).