Jonas Salk Elementary vs Sandburg Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jonas Salk Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
732 students
Sandburg Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
| Measure | Jonas Salk Elementary San Diego, California | Sandburg Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #813 of 5,693 | #700 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11319 of 50,301 | #9814 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 732 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.3% | 43.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 80% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandburg Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.2 vs 70.0).
- •Sandburg Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 78%).
- •Jonas Salk Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 74%).
- •Sandburg Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.5% vs 50.3%).
- •Sandburg Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.8 vs 25.2).
- •Jonas Salk Elementary is the larger school with 732 students compared with 570.
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 Jonas Salk Elementary better than Sandburg Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sandburg Elementary ranks higher (72.2 vs 70.0 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 Jonas Salk Elementary and Sandburg Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jonas Salk Elementary: 732. Sandburg Elementary: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jonas Salk Elementary and Sandburg Elementary rank in California?
Jonas Salk Elementary is 813th of 5,693 and Sandburg Elementary is 700th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).