James Madison Elementary vs San Benito Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 452 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison Elementary
Indio · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
San Benito Elementary
Atascadero · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
| Measure | James Madison Elementary Indio, California | San Benito Elementary Atascadero, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4874 of 5,693 | #1645 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47251 of 50,301 | #21682 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 403 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 403 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 56.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 28.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 57% |
| city | Indio | Atascadero |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Benito Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 15.8).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 25%).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 34%).
- •San Benito Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.6% vs 93.5%).
- •James Madison Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.7 vs 28.8).
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 James Madison Elementary better than San Benito Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), San Benito Elementary ranks higher (55.0 vs 15.8 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 James Madison Elementary and San Benito Elementary?
About 452 km in a straight line, between Indio and Atascadero in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Elementary: 403. San Benito Elementary: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Elementary and San Benito Elementary rank in California?
James Madison Elementary is 4874th of 5,693 and San Benito Elementary is 1645th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).