Jonata Middle vs Los Olivos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 9.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jonata Middle
Buellton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
168 students
Los Olivos Elementary
Los Olivos · Public elementary · Grades K–8
159 students
| Measure | Jonata Middle Buellton, California | Los Olivos Elementary Los Olivos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #171 of 1,334 | #442 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3105 of 15,369 | #6708 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 168 | 159 |
| Enrollment | 168 | 159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 18.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| city | Buellton | Los Olivos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Los Olivos Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 71.1).
- •Jonata Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Jonata Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Los Olivos Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.9% vs 55.4%).
- •Los Olivos Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 21.0).
- •Jonata Middle is the larger school with 168 students compared with 159.
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 Jonata Middle better than Los Olivos Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Los Olivos Elementary ranks higher (77.0 vs 71.1 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 Jonata Middle and Los Olivos Elementary?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Buellton and Los Olivos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jonata Middle: 168. Los Olivos Elementary: 159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jonata Middle and Los Olivos Elementary rank in California?
Jonata Middle is 171st of 1,334 and Los Olivos Elementary is 442nd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).