Almond Elementary vs Sierra House Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 578 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Almond Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
Sierra House Elementary
South Lake Tahoe · Public elementary · Grades K–5
418 students
| Measure | Almond Elementary Fontana, California | Sierra House Elementary South Lake Tahoe, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4722 of 5,693 | #2324 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46577 of 50,301 | #30061 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 418 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 58.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 43% |
| city | Fontana | South Lake Tahoe |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra House Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 17.0).
- •Sierra House Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 19%).
- •Sierra House Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 34%).
- •Sierra House Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.9% vs 85.2%).
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 Almond Elementary better than Sierra House Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra House Elementary ranks higher (42.9 vs 17.0 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 Almond Elementary and Sierra House Elementary?
About 578 km in a straight line, between Fontana and South Lake Tahoe in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Almond Elementary: 418. Sierra House Elementary: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Almond Elementary and Sierra House Elementary rank in California?
Almond Elementary is 4722nd of 5,693 and Sierra House Elementary is 2324th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).