McKinnon vs Rancho San Juan High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinnon
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–5
439 students
Rancho San Juan High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,600 students
| Measure | McKinnon Salinas, California | Rancho San Juan High Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4330 of 5,693 | #1205 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #44607 of 50,301 | #15803 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 439 | 1,600 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 1,600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.4% | 84.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKinnon scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.4 vs 16.8).
- •Rancho San Juan High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 85.4%).
- •McKinnon does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 21.1).
- •Rancho San Juan High is the larger school with 1,600 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 Rancho San Juan High?
On the Success Index (US), McKinnon ranks higher (20.4 vs 16.8 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 Rancho San Juan High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinnon: 439. Rancho San Juan High: 1,600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinnon and Rancho San Juan High rank in California?
McKinnon is 4330th of 5,693 and Rancho San Juan High is 1205th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).