Central Elementary vs Nesbit Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 665 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Belmont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
Nesbit Elementary
Belmont · Public elementary · Grades K–8
566 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Belmont, California | Nesbit Elementary Belmont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #84 of 5,693 | #640 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3077 of 50,301 | #9193 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 437 | 566 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 566 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 66% |
| city | Belmont | Belmont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 73.1).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 66%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 75%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 27%).
- •Nesbit Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 25.7).
- •Nesbit Elementary is the larger school with 566 students compared with 437.
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 Central Elementary better than Nesbit Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (83.6 vs 73.1 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 Central Elementary and Nesbit Elementary?
About 665 m in a straight line, between Belmont and Belmont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 437. Nesbit Elementary: 566. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Nesbit Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 84th of 5,693 and Nesbit Elementary is 640th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).