Jefferson Elementary vs Kelly Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–5
471 students
Kelly Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–5
449 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Carlsbad, California | Kelly Elementary Carlsbad, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1563 of 5,693 | #176 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20591 of 50,301 | #3951 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 471 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 471 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.4% | 20.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 83% |
| city | Carlsbad | Carlsbad |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelly Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.9 vs 56.5).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 55%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 62%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 54.4%).
- •Kelly Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 20.5).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 471 students compared with 449.
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Kelly Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kelly Elementary ranks higher (81.9 vs 56.5 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 Jefferson Elementary and Kelly Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Carlsbad and Carlsbad in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 471. Kelly Elementary: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Kelly Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 1563rd of 5,693 and Kelly Elementary is 176th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).