Columbia Elementary vs Ohlone Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 165 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
Ohlone Elementary
Palo Alto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
| Measure | Columbia Elementary Columbia, California | Ohlone Elementary Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #3139 of 5,693 | #158 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37201 of 50,301 | #3797 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% | 8.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 83% |
| city | Columbia | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ohlone Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.2 vs 32.0).
- •Ohlone Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 32%).
- •Ohlone Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 41%).
- •Ohlone Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.4% vs 65.3%).
- •Columbia Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 22.1).
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 Ohlone Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ohlone Elementary ranks higher (82.2 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 Ohlone Elementary?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Columbia and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia Elementary: 464. Ohlone Elementary: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia Elementary and Ohlone Elementary rank in California?
Columbia Elementary is 3139th of 5,693 and Ohlone Elementary is 158th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).