Mariposa vs Nesbit Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mariposa
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
322 students
Nesbit Elementary
Belmont · Public elementary · Grades K–8
566 students
| Measure | Mariposa San Carlos, California | Nesbit Elementary Belmont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1287 of 5,693 | #640 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17146 of 50,301 | #9193 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 322 | 566 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 566 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.9% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 75% |
| Math proficiency | – | 66% |
| city | San Carlos | Belmont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nesbit Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 61.5).
- •Mariposa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.9% vs 27%).
- •Nesbit Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 24.8).
- •Nesbit Elementary is the larger school with 566 students compared with 322.
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 Mariposa better than Nesbit Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nesbit Elementary ranks higher (73.1 vs 61.5 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 Mariposa and Nesbit Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and Belmont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mariposa: 322. Nesbit Elementary: 566. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mariposa and Nesbit Elementary rank in California?
Mariposa is 1287th of 5,693 and Nesbit Elementary is 640th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).