Highgate Elementary vs Jonas Salk Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 327 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highgate Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
732 students
Jonas Salk Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
732 students
| Measure | Highgate Elementary Bakersfield, California | Jonas Salk Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2319 of 5,693 | #813 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30030 of 50,301 | #11319 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 732 | 732 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 732 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.8% | 50.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 75% |
| Math proficiency | – | 78% |
| city | Bakersfield | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jonas Salk Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.0 vs 42.9).
- •Highgate Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.8% vs 50.3%).
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 Highgate Elementary better than Jonas Salk Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jonas Salk Elementary ranks higher (70.0 vs 42.9 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 Highgate Elementary and Jonas Salk Elementary?
About 327 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highgate Elementary: 732. Jonas Salk Elementary: 732. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highgate Elementary and Jonas Salk Elementary rank in California?
Highgate Elementary is 2319th of 5,693 and Jonas Salk Elementary is 813th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).