McKinley Elementary vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
293 students
Monroe Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
315 students
| Measure | McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara, California | Monroe Elementary Santa Barbara, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4917 of 5,693 | #3809 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47445 of 50,301 | #41782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 293 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 69.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 22% |
| city | Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monroe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 15.4).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 9%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 80.9%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.2).
- •Monroe Elementary is the larger school with 315 students compared with 293.
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 Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monroe Elementary ranks higher (24.9 vs 15.4 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 Monroe Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Elementary: 293. Monroe Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in California?
McKinley Elementary is 4917th of 5,693 and Monroe Elementary is 3809th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).