Creekside Elementary vs Frank Paul Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
534 students
Frank Paul Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
638 students
| Measure | Creekside Elementary Salinas, California | Frank Paul Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4066 of 5,693 | #4947 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43207 of 50,301 | #47574 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 534 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 27% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Creekside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 15.1).
- •Frank Paul Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.7% vs 92%).
- •Frank Paul Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 25.4).
- •Frank Paul Elementary is the larger school with 638 students compared with 534.
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 Creekside Elementary better than Frank Paul Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Creekside Elementary ranks higher (22.6 vs 15.1 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 Creekside Elementary and Frank Paul Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elementary: 534. Frank Paul Elementary: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elementary and Frank Paul Elementary rank in California?
Creekside Elementary is 4066th of 5,693 and Frank Paul Elementary is 4947th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).