Baker Elementary vs Sierra Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 648 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baker Elementary
Baker · Public elementary · Grades K–5
59 students
Sierra Primary
Herlong · Public elementary · Grades K–6
60 students
| Measure | Baker Elementary Baker, California | Sierra Primary Herlong, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #4129 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #43552 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 59 | 60 |
| Enrollment | 59 | 60 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.3% | 68.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 15% |
| city | Baker | Herlong |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.1 vs 15.5).
- •Sierra Primary does better on math proficiency (15% vs 10%).
- •Sierra Primary does better on reading proficiency (24.5% vs 10%).
- •Sierra Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.3% vs 76.3%).
- •Sierra Primary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 19.7).
- •Sierra Primary is the larger school with 60 students compared with 59.
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 Baker Elementary better than Sierra Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Primary ranks higher (22.1 vs 15.5 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 Baker Elementary and Sierra Primary?
About 648 km in a straight line, between Baker and Herlong in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baker Elementary: 59. Sierra Primary: 60. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baker Elementary and Sierra Primary rank in California?
Baker Elementary is unranked and Sierra Primary is 4129th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).