Kidinnu Academy vs Magnolia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kidinnu Academy
El Cajon · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
433 students
Magnolia Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
703 students
| Measure | Kidinnu Academy El Cajon, California | Magnolia Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5296 of 5,693 | #5625 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48810 of 50,301 | #49934 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 433 | 703 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 703 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 25.5 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 21% |
| Math proficiency | – | 15% |
| city | El Cajon | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kidinnu Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.2 vs 7.7).
- •Kidinnu Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.8% vs 91%).
- •Kidinnu Academy does better on students per teacher (25.5 vs 27.0).
- •Magnolia Elementary is the larger school with 703 students compared with 433.
- •Kidinnu Academy is a charter school while Magnolia Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Kidinnu Academy better than Magnolia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kidinnu Academy ranks higher (12.2 vs 7.7 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 Kidinnu Academy and Magnolia Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kidinnu Academy: 433. Magnolia Elementary: 703. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kidinnu Academy and Magnolia Elementary rank in California?
Kidinnu Academy is 5296th of 5,693 and Magnolia Elementary is 5625th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).