Brook Knoll Elementary vs Lichen K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brook Knoll Elementary
Santa Cruz · Public elementary · Grades K–5
498 students
Lichen K-8
Citrus Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–8
498 students
| Measure | Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz, California | Lichen K-8 Citrus Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #471 of 5,693 | #3411 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7038 of 50,301 | #39132 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 498 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.9% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 31% |
| city | Santa Cruz | Citrus Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brook Knoll Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 29.1).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 31%).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 38%).
- •Brook Knoll Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.9% vs 63.9%).
- •Lichen K-8 does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 22.6).
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 Brook Knoll Elementary better than Lichen K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Brook Knoll Elementary ranks higher (76.4 vs 29.1 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 Brook Knoll Elementary and Lichen K-8?
About 200 km in a straight line, between Santa Cruz and Citrus Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brook Knoll Elementary: 498. Lichen K-8: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brook Knoll Elementary and Lichen K-8 rank in California?
Brook Knoll Elementary is 471st of 5,693 and Lichen K-8 is 3411th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).