Katherine Finchy Elementary vs Raymond Cree Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 859 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Katherine Finchy Elementary
Palm Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
Raymond Cree Middle
Palm Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
721 students
| Measure | Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs, California | Raymond Cree Middle Palm Springs, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2440 of 5,693 | #893 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #31083 of 50,301 | #13329 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 464 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 97.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 27% |
| city | Palm Springs | Palm Springs |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.3 vs 22.5).
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 27%).
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 42%).
- •Katherine Finchy Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.9% vs 97.1%).
- •Raymond Cree Middle does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 20.2).
- •Raymond Cree Middle is the larger school with 721 students compared with 464.
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 Katherine Finchy Elementary better than Raymond Cree Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Katherine Finchy Elementary ranks higher (41.3 vs 22.5 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 Katherine Finchy Elementary and Raymond Cree Middle?
About 859 m in a straight line, between Palm Springs and Palm Springs in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Katherine Finchy Elementary: 464. Raymond Cree Middle: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Katherine Finchy Elementary and Raymond Cree Middle rank in California?
Katherine Finchy Elementary is 2440th of 5,693 and Raymond Cree Middle is 893rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).