Frank Paul Elementary vs Lake Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 489 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
Lake Hills Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
638 students
| Measure | Frank Paul Elementary Salinas, California | Lake Hills Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4947 of 5,693 | #1267 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47574 of 50,301 | #16856 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 638 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92% | 56.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 63% |
| city | Salinas | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Hills Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 15.1).
- •Lake Hills Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 27%).
- •Lake Hills Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 31%).
- •Lake Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 92%).
- •Lake Hills Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 24.5).
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 Lake Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Hills Elementary ranks higher (61.9 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 Lake Hills Elementary?
About 489 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank Paul Elementary: 638. Lake Hills Elementary: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank Paul Elementary and Lake Hills Elementary rank in California?
Frank Paul Elementary is 4947th of 5,693 and Lake Hills Elementary is 1267th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).