Emmett S. Finley Elementary vs Meadows Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 9.6 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
Meadows Elementary
El Centro · Public elementary · Grades K–8
352 students
| Measure | Emmett S. Finley Elementary Holtville, California | Meadows Elementary El Centro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2108 of 5,693 | #4058 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27601 of 50,301 | #43159 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 559 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 559 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 78.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 26% |
| city | Holtville | El Centro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 22.7).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 26%).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 36%).
- •Meadows Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.7% vs 80%).
- •Meadows Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 21.5).
- •Emmett S. Finley Elementary is the larger school with 559 students compared with 352.
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 Meadows Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emmett S. Finley Elementary ranks higher (46.4 vs 22.7 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 Meadows Elementary?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Holtville and El Centro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emmett S. Finley Elementary: 559. Meadows Elementary: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emmett S. Finley Elementary and Meadows Elementary rank in California?
Emmett S. Finley Elementary is 2108th of 5,693 and Meadows Elementary is 4058th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).