Alta Sierra Elementary vs Clear Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 9.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Sierra Elementary
Grass Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
338 students
Clear Creek Elementary
Grass Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
173 students
| Measure | Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley, California | Clear Creek Elementary Grass Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1405 of 5,693 | #1307 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18695 of 50,301 | #17410 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 338 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 45.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Grass Valley | Grass Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clear Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 59.2).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 45.1%).
- •Clear Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 24.1).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary is the larger school with 338 students compared with 173.
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 Alta Sierra Elementary better than Clear Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Clear Creek Elementary ranks higher (61.1 vs 59.2 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 Alta Sierra Elementary and Clear Creek Elementary?
About 9.2 km in a straight line, between Grass Valley and Grass Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Sierra Elementary: 338. Clear Creek Elementary: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Sierra Elementary and Clear Creek Elementary rank in California?
Alta Sierra Elementary is 1405th of 5,693 and Clear Creek Elementary is 1307th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).