Alta Sierra Elementary vs Ferndale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 320 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
Ferndale Elementary
Ferndale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
338 students
| Measure | Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley, California | Ferndale Elementary Ferndale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1405 of 5,693 | #2734 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18695 of 50,301 | #33580 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 338 | 338 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 45.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 37% |
| city | Grass Valley | Ferndale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alta Sierra Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 37.6).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 38%).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 45.9%).
- •Ferndale Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 24.1).
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 Ferndale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alta Sierra Elementary ranks higher (59.2 vs 37.6 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 Ferndale Elementary?
About 320 km in a straight line, between Grass Valley and Ferndale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Sierra Elementary: 338. Ferndale Elementary: 338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Sierra Elementary and Ferndale Elementary rank in California?
Alta Sierra Elementary is 1405th of 5,693 and Ferndale Elementary is 2734th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).