A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired vs Shaffer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 150 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–8
405 students
Shaffer Elementary
Atwater · Public elementary · Grades K–6
405 students
| Measure | A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, California | Shaffer Elementary Atwater, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4500 of 5,693 | #3453 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45494 of 50,301 | #39488 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 405 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 34% |
| city | Sacramento | Atwater |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shaffer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 18.9).
- •Shaffer Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 11%).
- •Shaffer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 18%).
- •A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58% vs 81%).
- •A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 22.5).
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 A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired better than Shaffer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Shaffer Elementary ranks higher (28.6 vs 18.9 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 A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired and Shaffer Elementary?
About 150 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Atwater in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired: 405. Shaffer Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired and Shaffer Elementary rank in California?
A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired is 4500th of 5,693 and Shaffer Elementary is 3453rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).