Mission Park Elementary vs University Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mission Park Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
657 students
University Park Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
488 students
| Measure | Mission Park Elementary Salinas, California | University Park Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2670 of 5,693 | #4567 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33041 of 50,301 | #45820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 657 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 657 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.6% | 70.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 19% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mission Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 18.5).
- •Mission Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 19%).
- •Mission Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 29%).
- •Mission Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 70.3%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 24.3).
- •Mission Park Elementary is the larger school with 657 students compared with 488.
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 Mission Park Elementary better than University Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mission Park Elementary ranks higher (38.4 vs 18.5 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 Mission Park Elementary and University Park Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mission Park Elementary: 657. University Park Elementary: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mission Park Elementary and University Park Elementary rank in California?
Mission Park Elementary is 2670th of 5,693 and University Park Elementary is 4567th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).