John E. Steinbeck Elementary vs Rio Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 380 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
Rio Vista Elementary
Canyon Country · Public elementary · Grades K–6
486 students
| Measure | John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas, California | Rio Vista Elementary Canyon Country, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2908 of 5,693 | #2947 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35334 of 50,301 | #35665 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 486 | 486 |
| Enrollment | 486 | 486 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78% | 77% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Salinas | Canyon Country |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.9 vs 34.4).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77% vs 78%).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.6 vs 27.0).
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 Rio Vista 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 John E. Steinbeck Elementary and Rio Vista Elementary?
About 380 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Canyon Country in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary: 486. Rio Vista Elementary: 486. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. Steinbeck Elementary and Rio Vista Elementary rank in California?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary is 2908th of 5,693 and Rio Vista Elementary is 2947th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).