Elkhorn Elementary vs Prunedale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkhorn Elementary
Castroville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
550 students
Prunedale Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
644 students
| Measure | Elkhorn Elementary Castroville, California | Prunedale Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4543 of 5,693 | #3796 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45714 of 50,301 | #41663 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 550 | 644 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.5% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 33% |
| city | Castroville | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prunedale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.1 vs 18.6).
- •Prunedale Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 24%).
- •Prunedale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 34%).
- •Elkhorn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.5% vs 84%).
- •Elkhorn Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 23.9).
- •Prunedale Elementary is the larger school with 644 students compared with 550.
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 Elkhorn Elementary better than Prunedale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Prunedale Elementary ranks higher (25.1 vs 18.6 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 Elkhorn Elementary and Prunedale Elementary?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Castroville and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkhorn Elementary: 550. Prunedale Elementary: 644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkhorn Elementary and Prunedale Elementary rank in California?
Elkhorn Elementary is 4543rd of 5,693 and Prunedale Elementary is 3796th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).