Arlene Hein Elementary vs Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlene Hein Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
817 students
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle
Elk Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,136 students
| Measure | Arlene Hein Elementary Elk Grove, California | Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1304 of 5,693 | #227 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #17400 of 50,301 | #4159 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 817 | 1,136 |
| Enrollment | 817 | 1,136 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.9% | 43.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 60% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 61.1).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 59%).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 66%).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.9% vs 45.9%).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 24.8).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle is the larger school with 1,136 students compared with 817.
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 Arlene Hein Elementary better than Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle ranks higher (66.1 vs 61.1 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 Arlene Hein Elementary and Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlene Hein Elementary: 817. Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle: 1,136. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlene Hein Elementary and Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle rank in California?
Arlene Hein Elementary is 1304th of 5,693 and Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle is 227th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).