McKinnon vs North Salinas High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinnon
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–5
439 students
North Salinas High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,106 students
| Measure | McKinnon Salinas, California | North Salinas High Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4330 of 5,693 | #943 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #44607 of 50,301 | #14101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 439 | 2,106 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 2,106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.4% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Salinas High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 20.4).
- •McKinnon does better on math proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •North Salinas High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 36%).
- •McKinnon does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.4% vs 93.5%).
- •North Salinas High does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 20.9).
- •North Salinas High is the larger school with 2,106 students compared with 439.
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 McKinnon better than North Salinas High?
On the Success Index (US), North Salinas High ranks higher (26.4 vs 20.4 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 McKinnon and North Salinas High?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinnon: 439. North Salinas High: 2,106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinnon and North Salinas High rank in California?
McKinnon is 4330th of 5,693 and North Salinas High is 943rd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).