Lagunita Elementary vs Prunedale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lagunita Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
62 students
Prunedale Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
644 students
| Measure | Lagunita Elementary Salinas, California | Prunedale Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #748 of 5,693 | #3796 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10390 of 50,301 | #41663 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 62 | 644 |
| Enrollment | 62 | 644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.7% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 33% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lagunita Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.3 vs 25.1).
- •Lagunita Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 33%).
- •Lagunita Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 41%).
- •Lagunita Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.7% vs 84%).
- •Lagunita Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 23.9).
- •Prunedale Elementary is the larger school with 644 students compared with 62.
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 Lagunita Elementary better than Prunedale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lagunita Elementary ranks higher (71.3 vs 25.1 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 Lagunita Elementary and Prunedale Elementary?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lagunita Elementary: 62. Prunedale Elementary: 644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lagunita Elementary and Prunedale Elementary rank in California?
Lagunita Elementary is 748th of 5,693 and Prunedale Elementary is 3796th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).