Calistoga Elementary vs Nell Dawson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 334 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calistoga Elementary
Calistoga · Public elementary · Grades K–6
405 students
Nell Dawson Elementary
Coalinga · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
405 students
| Measure | Calistoga Elementary Calistoga, California | Nell Dawson Elementary Coalinga, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2327 of 5,693 | #4073 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30077 of 50,301 | #43234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 405 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.7% | 71.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 28% |
| city | Calistoga | Coalinga |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calistoga Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 22.6).
- •Calistoga Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 28%).
- •Calistoga Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 28%).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.6% vs 83.7%).
- •Calistoga Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 18.4).
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 Calistoga Elementary better than Nell Dawson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Calistoga Elementary ranks higher (42.8 vs 22.6 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 Calistoga Elementary and Nell Dawson Elementary?
About 334 km in a straight line, between Calistoga and Coalinga in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calistoga Elementary: 405. Nell Dawson Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calistoga Elementary and Nell Dawson Elementary rank in California?
Calistoga Elementary is 2327th of 5,693 and Nell Dawson Elementary is 4073rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).