Creekside Elementary vs Sandpiper Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 108 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
Sandpiper Elementary
Redwood City · Public elementary · Grades K–8
534 students
| Measure | Creekside Elementary Salinas, California | Sandpiper Elementary Redwood City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #4066 of 5,693 | #110 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43207 of 50,301 | #3362 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 534 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 10.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 85% |
| city | Salinas | Redwood City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandpiper Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 22.6).
- •Sandpiper Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 26%).
- •Sandpiper Elementary does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 38%).
- •Sandpiper Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 75.7%).
- •Sandpiper Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 25.4).
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 Sandpiper Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sandpiper Elementary ranks higher (83.1 vs 22.6 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 Sandpiper Elementary?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Redwood City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elementary: 534. Sandpiper Elementary: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elementary and Sandpiper Elementary rank in California?
Creekside Elementary is 4066th of 5,693 and Sandpiper Elementary is 110th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).