Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary vs Henry Eissler Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
813 students
Henry Eissler Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
529 students
| Measure | Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary Bakersfield, California | Henry Eissler Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3080 of 5,693 | #3097 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36725 of 50,301 | #36854 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 813 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 813 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.1% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.8 vs 32.6).
- •Henry Eissler Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 49%).
- •Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.1% vs 85.3%).
- •Henry Eissler Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 22.6).
- •Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary is the larger school with 813 students compared with 529.
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. Juliet Thorner Elementary better than Henry Eissler 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 Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary and Henry Eissler Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary: 813. Henry Eissler Elementary: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary and Henry Eissler Elementary rank in California?
Dr. Juliet Thorner Elementary is 3080th of 5,693 and Henry Eissler Elementary is 3097th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).