Kennedy Elementary vs Westside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 347 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Elementary
Lindsay · Public elementary · Grades K–8
376 students
Westside Elementary
Rio Linda · Public elementary · Grades K–6
376 students
| Measure | Kennedy Elementary Lindsay, California | Westside Elementary Rio Linda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4292 of 5,693 | #3853 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44411 of 50,301 | #42031 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 376 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 36% |
| city | Lindsay | Rio Linda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.5 vs 20.7).
- •Westside Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 28%).
- •Kennedy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •Westside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 87.8%).
- •Kennedy Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.1 vs 26.9).
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 Kennedy Elementary better than Westside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Westside Elementary ranks higher (24.5 vs 20.7 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 Kennedy Elementary and Westside Elementary?
About 347 km in a straight line, between Lindsay and Rio Linda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Elementary: 376. Westside Elementary: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Elementary and Westside Elementary rank in California?
Kennedy Elementary is 4292nd of 5,693 and Westside Elementary is 3853rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).