Finley Elementary vs Schmitt Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Finley Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
316 students
Schmitt Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
314 students
| Measure | Finley Elementary Westminster, California | Schmitt Elementary Westminster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3311 of 5,693 | #3117 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38395 of 50,301 | #37001 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 316 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 87.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| city | Westminster | Westminster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Schmitt Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 30.2).
- •Schmitt Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Finley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Finley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 87.6%).
- •Schmitt Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 24.3).
- •Finley Elementary is the larger school with 316 students compared with 314.
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 Finley Elementary better than Schmitt Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Schmitt Elementary ranks higher (32.4 vs 30.2 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 Finley Elementary and Schmitt Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Westminster and Westminster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Finley Elementary: 316. Schmitt Elementary: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Finley Elementary and Schmitt Elementary rank in California?
Finley Elementary is 3311th of 5,693 and Schmitt Elementary is 3117th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).