Kimbark Elementary vs Palm Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 6.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kimbark Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
337 students
Palm Avenue Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
479 students
| Measure | Kimbark Elementary San Bernardino, California | Palm Avenue Elementary San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2149 of 5,693 | #2428 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28164 of 50,301 | #30952 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 337 | 479 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 479 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.1% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| city | San Bernardino | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kimbark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 41.5).
- •Kimbark Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Palm Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •Kimbark Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.1% vs 77.9%).
- •Kimbark Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 20.0).
- •Palm Avenue Elementary is the larger school with 479 students compared with 337.
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 Kimbark Elementary better than Palm Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kimbark Elementary ranks higher (45.6 vs 41.5 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 Kimbark Elementary and Palm Avenue Elementary?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between San Bernardino and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kimbark Elementary: 337. Palm Avenue Elementary: 479. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kimbark Elementary and Palm Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Kimbark Elementary is 2149th of 5,693 and Palm Avenue Elementary is 2428th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).