Fine Arts Academy vs San Benito Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fine Arts Academy
Atascadero · Public middle · Grades 4–8
238 students
San Benito Elementary
Atascadero · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
| Measure | Fine Arts Academy Atascadero, California | San Benito Elementary Atascadero, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #354 of 1,334 | #1645 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6524 of 15,369 | #21682 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 238 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.3% | 56.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 28.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 57% |
| city | Atascadero | Atascadero |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.2 vs 55.0).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 41%).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 56.6%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 28.8).
- •San Benito Elementary is the larger school with 403 students compared with 238.
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 Fine Arts Academy better than San Benito Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fine Arts Academy and San Benito Elementary?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Atascadero and Atascadero in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fine Arts Academy: 238. San Benito Elementary: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fine Arts Academy and San Benito Elementary rank in California?
Fine Arts Academy is 354th of 1,334 and San Benito Elementary is 1645th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).