Columbia Elementary vs Katherine Finchy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 582 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
464 students
Katherine Finchy Elementary
Palm Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
| Measure | Columbia Elementary Columbia, California | Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3139 of 5,693 | #2440 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37201 of 50,301 | #31083 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 464 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.3% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 48% |
| city | Columbia | Palm Springs |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 32.0).
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 32%).
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 41%).
- •Columbia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.3% vs 87.9%).
- •Columbia Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 20.2).
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 Columbia Elementary better than Katherine Finchy Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Katherine Finchy Elementary ranks higher (41.3 vs 32.0 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 Columbia Elementary and Katherine Finchy Elementary?
About 582 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Palm Springs in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia Elementary: 464. Katherine Finchy Elementary: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia Elementary and Katherine Finchy Elementary rank in California?
Columbia Elementary is 3139th of 5,693 and Katherine Finchy Elementary is 2440th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).