Jefferson Elementary vs McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
San Leandro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
551 students
McKinley Elementary
San Leandro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
454 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary San Leandro, California | McKinley Elementary San Leandro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4634 of 5,693 | #4626 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46172 of 50,301 | #46133 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 551 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 551 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 82.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 21% |
| city | San Leandro | San Leandro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.8 vs 17.9).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.6% vs 84.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 22.7).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 551 students compared with 454.
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 McKinley Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Elementary and McKinley Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Leandro and San Leandro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 551. McKinley Elementary: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and McKinley Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4634th of 5,693 and McKinley Elementary is 4626th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).