Arthur C. Butler Elementary vs Sheldon High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur C. Butler Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
949 students
Sheldon High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,368 students
| Measure | Arthur C. Butler Elementary Elk Grove, California | Sheldon High Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2011 of 5,693 | #486 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #26467 of 50,301 | #9769 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 949 | 2,368 |
| Enrollment | 949 | 2,368 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 61.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 35% |
| city | Elk Grove | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur C. Butler Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 44.7).
- •Arthur C. Butler Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •Sheldon High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 58%).
- •Sheldon High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.5% vs 65.4%).
- •Sheldon High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.3).
- •Sheldon High is the larger school with 2,368 students compared with 949.
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 Arthur C. Butler Elementary better than Sheldon High?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur C. Butler Elementary ranks higher (48.0 vs 44.7 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 Arthur C. Butler Elementary and Sheldon High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur C. Butler Elementary: 949. Sheldon High: 2,368. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur C. Butler Elementary and Sheldon High rank in California?
Arthur C. Butler Elementary is 2011th of 5,693 and Sheldon High is 486th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).