Joe Henderson Elementary vs Mary Farmar Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joe Henderson Elementary
Benicia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
530 students
Mary Farmar Elementary
Benicia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
477 students
| Measure | Joe Henderson Elementary Benicia, California | Mary Farmar Elementary Benicia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #930 of 5,693 | #1532 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12665 of 50,301 | #20282 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 530 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 530 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.5% | 26.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 54% |
| city | Benicia | Benicia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joe Henderson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 57.0).
- •Joe Henderson Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 54%).
- •Joe Henderson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 52%).
- •Joe Henderson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.5% vs 26.6%).
- •Mary Farmar Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 26.5).
- •Joe Henderson Elementary is the larger school with 530 students compared with 477.
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 Joe Henderson Elementary better than Mary Farmar Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joe Henderson Elementary ranks higher (68.1 vs 57.0 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 Joe Henderson Elementary and Mary Farmar Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Benicia and Benicia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joe Henderson Elementary: 530. Mary Farmar Elementary: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joe Henderson Elementary and Mary Farmar Elementary rank in California?
Joe Henderson Elementary is 930th of 5,693 and Mary Farmar Elementary is 1532nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).