Dr. Jonas E. Salk vs Esther L. Walter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 862 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Jonas E. Salk
Anaheim · Public elementary · Grades K–6
627 students
Esther L. Walter
Anaheim · Public elementary · Grades K–6
442 students
| Measure | Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim, California | Esther L. Walter Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2575 of 5,693 | #2809 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32170 of 50,301 | #34441 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 627 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 46% |
| city | Anaheim | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Jonas E. Salk scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.6 vs 36.3).
- •Dr. Jonas E. Salk does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 48%).
- •Dr. Jonas E. Salk does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 84.8%).
- •Dr. Jonas E. Salk does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 21.0).
- •Dr. Jonas E. Salk is the larger school with 627 students compared with 442.
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 Dr. Jonas E. Salk better than Esther L. Walter?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Jonas E. Salk ranks higher (39.6 vs 36.3 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 Dr. Jonas E. Salk and Esther L. Walter?
About 862 m in a straight line, between Anaheim and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk: 627. Esther L. Walter: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Jonas E. Salk and Esther L. Walter rank in California?
Dr. Jonas E. Salk is 2575th of 5,693 and Esther L. Walter is 2809th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).