Arlene Hein Elementary vs Helen Carr Castello Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 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
Helen Carr Castello Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
790 students
| Measure | Arlene Hein Elementary Elk Grove, California | Helen Carr Castello Elementary Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1304 of 5,693 | #1446 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17400 of 50,301 | #19184 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 817 | 790 |
| Enrollment | 817 | 790 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.9% | 50.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 59% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arlene Hein Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 58.5).
- •Arlene Hein Elementary does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 62%).
- •Arlene Hein Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.9% vs 50.4%).
- •Helen Carr Castello Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.8).
- •Arlene Hein Elementary is the larger school with 817 students compared with 790.
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 Helen Carr Castello Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arlene Hein Elementary ranks higher (61.1 vs 58.5 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 Helen Carr Castello Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlene Hein Elementary: 817. Helen Carr Castello Elementary: 790. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlene Hein Elementary and Helen Carr Castello Elementary rank in California?
Arlene Hein Elementary is 1304th of 5,693 and Helen Carr Castello Elementary is 1446th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).