Ferndale Elementary vs San Altos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1084 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferndale Elementary
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
338 students
San Altos Elementary
Lemon Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
338 students
| Measure | Ferndale Elementary Ferndale, California | San Altos Elementary Lemon Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2734 of 5,693 | #3578 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33580 of 50,301 | #40357 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 338 | 338 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.9% | 70.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Ferndale | Lemon Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferndale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.6 vs 27.1).
- •Ferndale Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Ferndale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Ferndale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.9% vs 70.4%).
- •Ferndale Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 21.1).
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 Ferndale Elementary better than San Altos Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ferndale Elementary ranks higher (37.6 vs 27.1 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 Ferndale Elementary and San Altos Elementary?
About 1084 km in a straight line, between Ferndale and Lemon Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferndale Elementary: 338. San Altos Elementary: 338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferndale Elementary and San Altos Elementary rank in California?
Ferndale Elementary is 2734th of 5,693 and San Altos Elementary is 3578th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).