Nelson Elementary vs Pinedale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Elementary
Pinedale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
Pinedale Elementary
Pinedale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
433 students
| Measure | Nelson Elementary Pinedale, California | Pinedale Elementary Pinedale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1878 of 5,693 | #3795 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24920 of 50,301 | #41662 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.1% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 35% |
| city | Pinedale | Pinedale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.4 vs 25.1).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 35%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 39%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 91.2%).
- •Pinedale Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.2).
- •Nelson Elementary is the larger school with 466 students compared with 433.
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 Nelson Elementary better than Pinedale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Elementary ranks higher (50.4 vs 25.1 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 Nelson Elementary and Pinedale Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Pinedale and Pinedale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Elementary: 466. Pinedale Elementary: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Elementary and Pinedale Elementary rank in California?
Nelson Elementary is 1878th of 5,693 and Pinedale Elementary is 3795th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).