Central Elementary vs Kimball
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
477 students
Kimball
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
322 students
| Measure | Central Elementary National City, California | Kimball National City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3871 of 5,693 | #3508 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42162 of 50,301 | #39863 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 477 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | National City | National City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kimball scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 24.2).
- •Kimball does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Kimball does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82% vs 91%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.8).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 477 students compared with 322.
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 Kimball?
On the Success Index (US), Kimball ranks higher (27.9 vs 24.2 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 Central Elementary and Kimball?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between National City and National City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 477. Kimball: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Kimball rank in California?
Central Elementary is 3871st of 5,693 and Kimball is 3508th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).