Central Elementary vs National School District Preschool
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.0 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
National School District Preschool
National City · Public other
| Measure | Central Elementary National City, California | National School District Preschool National City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #3871 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #42162 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | – |
| Students | 477 | – |
| Enrollment | 477 | – |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | – |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | National City | National City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
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 National School District Preschool?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elementary and National School District Preschool?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between National City and National City in California.
How do Central Elementary and National School District Preschool rank in California?
Central Elementary is 3871st of 5,693 and National School District Preschool is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).