Central Elementary vs Cherokee Point Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 673 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
497 students
Cherokee Point Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
298 students
| Measure | Central Elementary San Diego, California | Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5291 of 5,693 | #4620 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48794 of 50,301 | #46104 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 497 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 32% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cherokee Point Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 12.2).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 95.2%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 24.8).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 497 students compared with 298.
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 Cherokee Point Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cherokee Point Elementary ranks higher (17.9 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 Central Elementary and Cherokee Point Elementary?
About 673 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 497. Cherokee Point Elementary: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Cherokee Point Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 5291st of 5,693 and Cherokee Point Elementary is 4620th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).