College Elementary vs Mattole Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 735 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
College Elementary
Santa Ynez · Public elementary · Grades K–K
28 students
Mattole Elementary
Petrolia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
27 students
| Measure | College Elementary Santa Ynez, California | Mattole Elementary Petrolia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–K | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 28 | 27 |
| Enrollment | 28 | 27 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.7% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Santa Ynez | Petrolia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •College Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.0 vs 41.8).
- •College Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.7% vs 55.6%).
- •College Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 27.0).
- •College Elementary is the larger school with 28 students compared with 27.
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 College Elementary better than Mattole Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), College Elementary ranks higher (67.0 vs 41.8 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 College Elementary and Mattole Elementary?
About 735 km in a straight line, between Santa Ynez and Petrolia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
College Elementary: 28. Mattole Elementary: 27. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do College Elementary and Mattole Elementary rank in California?
College Elementary is unranked and Mattole Elementary is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).