Monterey Park Elementary vs Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monterey Park Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
541 students
Washington Middle
Salinas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,082 students
| Measure | Monterey Park Elementary Salinas, California | Washington Middle Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3810 of 5,693 | #839 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #41783 of 50,301 | #12884 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 541 | 1,082 |
| Enrollment | 541 | 1,082 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 81.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (24.9 vs 24.9).
- •Monterey Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Monterey Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 81.7%).
- •Washington Middle does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 22.5).
- •Washington Middle is the larger school with 1,082 students compared with 541.
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 Monterey Park Elementary better than Washington Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Monterey Park Elementary and Washington Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monterey Park Elementary: 541. Washington Middle: 1,082. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monterey Park Elementary and Washington Middle rank in California?
Monterey Park Elementary is 3810th of 5,693 and Washington Middle is 839th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).