McKinley Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 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
Washington Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
477 students
| Measure | McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara, California | Washington Elementary Santa Barbara, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4917 of 5,693 | #679 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47445 of 50,301 | #9616 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 293 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 71% |
| city | Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 15.4).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 9%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 27%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 80.9%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.2).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 477 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 Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary ranks higher (72.5 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 Washington Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Elementary: 293. Washington Elementary: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in California?
McKinley Elementary is 4917th of 5,693 and Washington Elementary is 679th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).