Del Mar Elementary vs Skyline North Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 501 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Del Mar Elementary
Santa Cruz · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
Skyline North Elementary
Barstow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
| Measure | Del Mar Elementary Santa Cruz, California | Skyline North Elementary Barstow, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2414 of 5,693 | #2953 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30863 of 50,301 | #35737 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 322 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.4% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| city | Santa Cruz | Barstow |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Del Mar Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.6 vs 34.3).
- •Del Mar Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Del Mar Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Del Mar Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.4% vs 74.2%).
- •Del Mar Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.8).
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 Del Mar Elementary better than Skyline North Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Del Mar Elementary ranks higher (41.6 vs 34.3 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 Del Mar Elementary and Skyline North Elementary?
About 501 km in a straight line, between Santa Cruz and Barstow in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Del Mar Elementary: 322. Skyline North Elementary: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Del Mar Elementary and Skyline North Elementary rank in California?
Del Mar Elementary is 2414th of 5,693 and Skyline North Elementary is 2953rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).