La Joya Elementary vs Santa Rita Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km 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
Santa Rita Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–5
545 students
| Measure | La Joya Elementary Salinas, California | Santa Rita Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4188 of 5,693 | #5580 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43846 of 50,301 | #49800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 498 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 16% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Joya Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.6 vs 8.6).
- •La Joya Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 16%).
- •La Joya Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 26%).
- •La Joya Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.8% vs 97.2%).
- •La Joya Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 22.7).
- •Santa Rita Elementary is the larger school with 545 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 Santa Rita Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Joya Elementary ranks higher (21.6 vs 8.6 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 Santa Rita Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Joya Elementary: 498. Santa Rita Elementary: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Joya Elementary and Santa Rita Elementary rank in California?
La Joya Elementary is 4188th of 5,693 and Santa Rita Elementary is 5580th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).