John E. Steinbeck Elementary vs Woodson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 362 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
Woodson Elementary
Corning · Public elementary · Grades K–6
486 students
| Measure | John E. Steinbeck Elementary Salinas, California | Woodson Elementary Corning, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2908 of 5,693 | #5056 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35334 of 50,301 | #47939 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% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.6 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 24% |
| city | Salinas | Corning |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.9 vs 14.4).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 24%).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 28%).
- •John E. Steinbeck Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78% vs 89.5%).
- •Woodson Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 25.6).
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 Woodson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John E. Steinbeck Elementary ranks higher (34.9 vs 14.4 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 Woodson Elementary?
About 362 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Corning in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary: 486. Woodson Elementary: 486. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. Steinbeck Elementary and Woodson Elementary rank in California?
John E. Steinbeck Elementary is 2908th of 5,693 and Woodson Elementary is 5056th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).