Creekside Elementary vs Smythe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 621 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
Smythe Elementary
San Ysidro · Public elementary · Grades K–6
534 students
| Measure | Creekside Elementary Salinas, California | Smythe Elementary San Ysidro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4066 of 5,693 | #3975 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43207 of 50,301 | #42720 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 534 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 30% |
| city | Salinas | San Ysidro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.6 vs 23.4).
- •Smythe Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 26%).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 29%).
- •Smythe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 75.7%).
- •Smythe Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 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 Smythe Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Creekside Elementary and Smythe Elementary?
About 621 km in a straight line, between Salinas and San Ysidro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elementary: 534. Smythe Elementary: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elementary and Smythe Elementary rank in California?
Creekside Elementary is 4066th of 5,693 and Smythe Elementary is 3975th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).