Roosevelt Elementary vs University Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Roosevelt Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
560 students
University Park Elementary
Salinas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
488 students
| Measure | Roosevelt Elementary Salinas, California | University Park Elementary Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4357 of 5,693 | #4567 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44744 of 50,301 | #45820 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 560 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 560 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.1% | 70.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 19% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Roosevelt Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.2 vs 18.5).
- •Roosevelt Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 19%).
- •Roosevelt Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.3% vs 81.1%).
- •University Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.4).
- •Roosevelt Elementary is the larger school with 560 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 Roosevelt Elementary better than University Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Roosevelt Elementary ranks higher (20.2 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 Roosevelt Elementary and University Park Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Roosevelt Elementary: 560. University Park Elementary: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Roosevelt Elementary and University Park Elementary rank in California?
Roosevelt Elementary is 4357th of 5,693 and University Park Elementary is 4567th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).