Donaldson Way Elementary vs Mitchell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 172 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donaldson Way Elementary
American Canyon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
528 students
Mitchell Elementary
Atwater · Public elementary · Grades K–6
528 students
| Measure | Donaldson Way Elementary American Canyon, California | Mitchell Elementary Atwater, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2207 of 5,693 | #3320 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28838 of 50,301 | #38488 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 528 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.5% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 36% |
| city | American Canyon | Atwater |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donaldson Way Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 30.1).
- •Donaldson Way Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •Donaldson Way Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 48%).
- •Donaldson Way Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 86%).
- •Mitchell Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 26.4).
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 Donaldson Way Elementary better than Mitchell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Donaldson Way Elementary ranks higher (44.6 vs 30.1 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 Donaldson Way Elementary and Mitchell Elementary?
About 172 km in a straight line, between American Canyon and Atwater in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donaldson Way Elementary: 528. Mitchell Elementary: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donaldson Way Elementary and Mitchell Elementary rank in California?
Donaldson Way Elementary is 2207th of 5,693 and Mitchell Elementary is 3320th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).