Carolyn A. Clark Elementary vs Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 662 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
497 students
Central Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
497 students
| Measure | Carolyn A. Clark Elementary San Jose, California | Central Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #304 of 5,693 | #5291 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5235 of 50,301 | #48794 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 497 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.3% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 23% |
| city | San Jose | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 12.2).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 23%).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 27%).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.3% vs 95.2%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 24.9).
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 Carolyn A. Clark Elementary better than Central Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carolyn A. Clark Elementary ranks higher (79.5 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 Carolyn A. Clark Elementary and Central Elementary?
About 662 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary: 497. Central Elementary: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carolyn A. Clark Elementary and Central Elementary rank in California?
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary is 304th of 5,693 and Central Elementary is 5291st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).