Cameron Elementary vs Henderson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cameron Elementary
Barstow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
436 students
Henderson Elementary
Barstow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
398 students
| Measure | Cameron Elementary Barstow, California | Henderson Elementary Barstow, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5290 of 5,693 | #4950 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48791 of 50,301 | #47580 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 436 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.7% | 78.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 23% |
| city | Barstow | Barstow |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Henderson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.1 vs 12.2).
- •Henderson Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 19%).
- •Cameron Elementary does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 26%).
- •Henderson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.6% vs 89.7%).
- •Cameron Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 24.9).
- •Cameron Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 398.
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 Cameron Elementary better than Henderson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Henderson Elementary ranks higher (15.1 vs 12.2 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 Cameron Elementary and Henderson Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Barstow and Barstow in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Elementary: 436. Henderson Elementary: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Elementary and Henderson Elementary rank in California?
Cameron Elementary is 5290th of 5,693 and Henderson Elementary is 4950th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).