Enslen Elementary vs Thomas Downey High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Enslen Elementary
Modesto · Public elementary · Grades K–6
385 students
Thomas Downey High
Modesto · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,192 students
| Measure | Enslen Elementary Modesto, California | Thomas Downey High Modesto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1667 of 5,693 | #968 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #22009 of 50,301 | #14269 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 385 | 2,192 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 2,192 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 20% |
| city | Modesto | Modesto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Enslen Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 25.6).
- •Enslen Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 20%).
- •Enslen Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 51%).
- •Enslen Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.2% vs 76%).
- •Enslen Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 24.1).
- •Thomas Downey High is the larger school with 2,192 students compared with 385.
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 Enslen Elementary better than Thomas Downey High?
On the Success Index (US), Enslen Elementary ranks higher (54.5 vs 25.6 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 Enslen Elementary and Thomas Downey High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Modesto and Modesto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Enslen Elementary: 385. Thomas Downey High: 2,192. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Enslen Elementary and Thomas Downey High rank in California?
Enslen Elementary is 1667th of 5,693 and Thomas Downey High is 968th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).