Joaquin Miller Elementary vs William McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joaquin Miller Elementary
Burbank · Public elementary · Grades K–5
730 students
William McKinley Elementary
Burbank · Public elementary · Grades K–5
440 students
| Measure | Joaquin Miller Elementary Burbank, California | William McKinley Elementary Burbank, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1295 of 5,693 | #1759 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17281 of 50,301 | #23290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 730 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 730 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 37.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 46% |
| city | Burbank | Burbank |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joaquin Miller Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.3 vs 52.7).
- •Joaquin Miller Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 46%).
- •Joaquin Miller Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •William McKinley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 50.7%).
- •Joaquin Miller Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 24.4).
- •Joaquin Miller Elementary is the larger school with 730 students compared with 440.
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 Joaquin Miller Elementary better than William McKinley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joaquin Miller Elementary ranks higher (61.3 vs 52.7 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 Joaquin Miller Elementary and William McKinley Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Burbank and Burbank in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joaquin Miller Elementary: 730. William McKinley Elementary: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joaquin Miller Elementary and William McKinley Elementary rank in California?
Joaquin Miller Elementary is 1295th of 5,693 and William McKinley Elementary is 1759th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).