Joe Nightingale Elementary vs Ynez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 231 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joe Nightingale Elementary
Santa Maria · Public elementary · Grades K–6
695 students
Ynez Elementary
Monterey Park · Public elementary · Grades K–8
695 students
| Measure | Joe Nightingale Elementary Santa Maria, California | Ynez Elementary Monterey Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2087 of 5,693 | #1552 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27394 of 50,301 | #20494 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 695 | 695 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 695 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.9% | 63.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.7 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 60% |
| city | Santa Maria | Monterey Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ynez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.7 vs 46.7).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 52%).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 56%).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.7% vs 66.9%).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 26.7).
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 Nightingale Elementary better than Ynez Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ynez Elementary ranks higher (56.7 vs 46.7 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 Joe Nightingale Elementary and Ynez Elementary?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Santa Maria and Monterey Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joe Nightingale Elementary: 695. Ynez Elementary: 695. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joe Nightingale Elementary and Ynez Elementary rank in California?
Joe Nightingale Elementary is 2087th of 5,693 and Ynez Elementary is 1552nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).