Jonata Middle vs Solvang Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 5.7 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
Solvang Elementary
Solvang · Public elementary · Grades K–8
602 students
| Measure | Jonata Middle Buellton, California | Solvang Elementary Solvang, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #171 of 1,334 | #821 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3105 of 15,369 | #11417 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 168 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 168 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 68% |
| city | Buellton | Solvang |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jonata Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 69.9).
- •Jonata Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •Jonata Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 68%).
- •Solvang Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.2% vs 55.4%).
- •Solvang Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 21.0).
- •Solvang Elementary is the larger school with 602 students compared with 168.
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 Solvang Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jonata Middle ranks higher (71.1 vs 69.9 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 Solvang Elementary?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Buellton and Solvang in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jonata Middle: 168. Solvang Elementary: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jonata Middle and Solvang Elementary rank in California?
Jonata Middle is 171st of 1,334 and Solvang Elementary is 821st of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).