La Joya Elementary vs Rancho San Juan High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 520 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Joya Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–5
498 students
Rancho San Juan High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,600 students
| Measure | La Joya Elementary Salinas, California | Rancho San Juan High Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4188 of 5,693 | #1205 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #43846 of 50,301 | #15803 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 498 | 1,600 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 1,600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 84.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | – |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Joya Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.6 vs 16.8).
- •Rancho San Juan High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 88.8%).
- •Rancho San Juan High does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 22.6).
- •Rancho San Juan High is the larger school with 1,600 students compared with 498.
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 La Joya Elementary better than Rancho San Juan High?
On the Success Index (US), La Joya Elementary ranks higher (21.6 vs 16.8 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 La Joya Elementary and Rancho San Juan High?
About 520 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Joya Elementary: 498. Rancho San Juan High: 1,600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Joya Elementary and Rancho San Juan High rank in California?
La Joya Elementary is 4188th of 5,693 and Rancho San Juan High is 1205th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).