Hickman Elementary vs Jonas Salk Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hickman Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
457 students
Jonas Salk Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
732 students
| Measure | Hickman Elementary San Diego, California | Jonas Salk Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #690 of 5,693 | #813 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9720 of 50,301 | #11319 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 457 | 732 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 732 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.7% | 50.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 78% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hickman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 70.0).
- •Jonas Salk Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 73%).
- •Hickman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 75%).
- •Hickman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 50.3%).
- •Jonas Salk Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.2 vs 26.9).
- •Jonas Salk Elementary is the larger school with 732 students compared with 457.
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 Hickman Elementary better than Jonas Salk Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hickman Elementary ranks higher (72.3 vs 70.0 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 Hickman Elementary and Jonas Salk Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hickman Elementary: 457. Jonas Salk Elementary: 732. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hickman Elementary and Jonas Salk Elementary rank in California?
Hickman Elementary is 690th of 5,693 and Jonas Salk Elementary is 813th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).