Johnson Elementary vs Magnolia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnson Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
766 students
Magnolia Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
703 students
| Measure | Johnson Elementary El Cajon, California | Magnolia Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5523 of 5,693 | #5625 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49629 of 50,301 | #49934 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 766 | 703 |
| Enrollment | 766 | 703 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 15% |
| city | El Cajon | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Johnson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.3 vs 7.7).
- •Johnson Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 15%).
- •Johnson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 21%).
- •Magnolia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91% vs 95%).
- •Johnson Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 27.0).
- •Johnson Elementary is the larger school with 766 students compared with 703.
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 Johnson Elementary better than Magnolia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Johnson Elementary ranks higher (9.3 vs 7.7 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 Johnson Elementary and Magnolia Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnson Elementary: 766. Magnolia Elementary: 703. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnson Elementary and Magnolia Elementary rank in California?
Johnson Elementary is 5523rd of 5,693 and Magnolia Elementary is 5625th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).