McKinley Elementary vs Washington 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.
McKinley Elementary
San Leandro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
454 students
Washington Elementary
San Leandro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
425 students
| Measure | McKinley Elementary San Leandro, California | Washington Elementary San Leandro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4626 of 5,693 | #3253 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46133 of 50,301 | #37989 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 454 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.6% | 63.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 42% |
| city | San Leandro | San Leandro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.9 vs 17.9).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 21%).
- •McKinley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.1% vs 82.6%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 22.7).
- •McKinley Elementary is the larger school with 454 students compared with 425.
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 McKinley Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary ranks higher (30.9 vs 17.9 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 McKinley Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Leandro and San Leandro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Elementary: 454. Washington Elementary: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
McKinley Elementary is 4626th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 3253rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).