Franklin Elementary vs Jenny Lind Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 348 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
475 students
Jenny Lind Elementary
Valley Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–7
475 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Bakersfield, California | Jenny Lind Elementary Valley Springs, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2196 of 5,693 | #4237 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28728 of 50,301 | #44162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 475 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88% | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 27.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 15% |
| city | Bakersfield | Valley Springs |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 21.1).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 15%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 26%).
- •Jenny Lind Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 88%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 27.9).
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 Franklin Elementary better than Jenny Lind Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (44.8 vs 21.1 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 Franklin Elementary and Jenny Lind Elementary?
About 348 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Valley Springs in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 475. Jenny Lind Elementary: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and Jenny Lind Elementary rank in California?
Franklin Elementary is 2196th of 5,693 and Jenny Lind Elementary is 4237th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).