Frank Otis Elementary vs Pine Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 361 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank Otis Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
569 students
Pine Grove Elementary
Santa Maria · Public elementary · Grades K–6
569 students
| Measure | Frank Otis Elementary Alameda, California | Pine Grove Elementary Santa Maria, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #684 of 5,693 | #2003 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9640 of 50,301 | #26388 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 569 | 569 |
| Enrollment | 569 | 569 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.3% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 47% |
| city | Alameda | Santa Maria |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank Otis Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.4 vs 48.2).
- •Frank Otis Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 47%).
- •Frank Otis Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 59%).
- •Frank Otis Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 58.7%).
- •Frank Otis Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 27.1).
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 Frank Otis Elementary better than Pine Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Frank Otis Elementary ranks higher (72.4 vs 48.2 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 Frank Otis Elementary and Pine Grove Elementary?
About 361 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Santa Maria in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank Otis Elementary: 569. Pine Grove Elementary: 569. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank Otis Elementary and Pine Grove Elementary rank in California?
Frank Otis Elementary is 684th of 5,693 and Pine Grove Elementary is 2003rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).