Frank Paul Elementary vs John E. Steinbeck Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank Paul Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
638 students
John E. Steinbeck Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
486 students
| Measure | Frank Paul Elementary Salinas, California | John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4947 of 5,693 | #2908 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47574 of 50,301 | #35334 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 638 | 486 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 486 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92% | 78% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 25.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.9 vs 15.1).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 31%).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78% vs 92%).
- •Frank Paul Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 25.6).
- •Frank Paul Elementary is the larger school with 638 students compared with 486.
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 Paul Elementary better than John E. Steinbeck Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John E. Steinbeck Elementary ranks higher (34.9 vs 15.1 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 Frank Paul Elementary and John E. Steinbeck Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank Paul Elementary: 638. John E. Steinbeck Elementary: 486. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank Paul Elementary and John E. Steinbeck Elementary rank in California?
Frank Paul Elementary is 4947th of 5,693 and John E. Steinbeck Elementary is 2908th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).