Creekside Elementary vs Loma Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 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
Loma Vista Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
445 students
| Measure | Creekside Elementary Salinas, California | Loma Vista Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4066 of 5,693 | #4709 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43207 of 50,301 | #46544 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 534 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 21% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Creekside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 17.1).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 21%).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 28%).
- •Loma Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 75.7%).
- •Loma Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.4 vs 25.4).
- •Creekside Elementary is the larger school with 534 students compared with 445.
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 Loma Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Creekside Elementary ranks higher (22.6 vs 17.1 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 Loma Vista Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elementary: 534. Loma Vista Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elementary and Loma Vista Elementary rank in California?
Creekside Elementary is 4066th of 5,693 and Loma Vista Elementary is 4709th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).