John E. Steinbeck Elementary vs John G. Mattos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John E. Steinbeck Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
486 students
John G. Mattos Elementary
Fremont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
486 students
| Measure | John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas, California | John G. Mattos Elementary Fremont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2908 of 5,693 | #990 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35334 of 50,301 | #13433 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 486 | 486 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 486 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 25.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 60% |
| city | Salinas | Fremont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John G. Mattos Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.0 vs 34.9).
- •John G. Mattos Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •John G. Mattos Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 48%).
- •John G. Mattos Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 78%).
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 John E. Steinbeck Elementary better than John G. Mattos Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John G. Mattos Elementary ranks higher (67.0 vs 34.9 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 John E. Steinbeck Elementary and John G. Mattos Elementary?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Fremont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary: 486. John G. Mattos Elementary: 486. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. Steinbeck Elementary and John G. Mattos Elementary rank in California?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary is 2908th of 5,693 and John G. Mattos Elementary is 990th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).