Emmett S. Finley Elementary vs Holtville High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emmett S. Finley Elementary
Holtville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
559 students
Holtville High
Holtville · Public high · Grades 9–12
516 students
| Measure | Emmett S. Finley Elementary Holtville, California | Holtville High Holtville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2108 of 5,693 | #553 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #27601 of 50,301 | #10685 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 559 | 516 |
| Enrollment | 559 | 516 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| city | Holtville | Holtville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 41.1).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •Holtville High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.2% vs 80%).
- •Holtville High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 21.5).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary is the larger school with 559 students compared with 516.
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 Emmett S. Finley Elementary better than Holtville High?
On the Success Index (US), Emmett S. Finley Elementary ranks higher (46.4 vs 41.1 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 Emmett S. Finley Elementary and Holtville High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Holtville and Holtville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emmett S. Finley Elementary: 559. Holtville High: 516. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emmett S. Finley Elementary and Holtville High rank in California?
Emmett S. Finley Elementary is 2108th of 5,693 and Holtville High is 553rd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).