George Nicoloff Elementary vs Howard Pence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Nicoloff Elementary
San Ysidro · Public elementary · Grades K–6
616 students
Howard Pence Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–6
419 students
| Measure | George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro, California | Howard Pence Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5115 of 5,693 | #3965 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48172 of 50,301 | #42687 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 616 | 419 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 419 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.9% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 31% |
| city | San Ysidro | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Howard Pence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 13.8).
- •Howard Pence Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 22%).
- •Howard Pence Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 24%).
- •Howard Pence Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 79.9%).
- •George Nicoloff Elementary is the larger school with 616 students compared with 419.
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 George Nicoloff Elementary better than Howard Pence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Howard Pence Elementary ranks higher (23.4 vs 13.8 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 George Nicoloff Elementary and Howard Pence Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between San Ysidro and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Nicoloff Elementary: 616. Howard Pence Elementary: 419. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Nicoloff Elementary and Howard Pence Elementary rank in California?
George Nicoloff Elementary is 5115th of 5,693 and Howard Pence Elementary is 3965th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).