Brookside Elementary vs Chester W. Nimitz Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 257 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brookside Elementary
Willits · Public elementary · Grades K–2
350 students
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary
Sunnyvale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
350 students
| Measure | Brookside Elementary Willits, California | Chester W. Nimitz Elementary Sunnyvale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3533 of 5,693 | #1281 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40067 of 50,301 | #17048 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 350 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72% | 50.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 63% |
| Math proficiency | – | 63% |
| city | Willits | Sunnyvale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chester W. Nimitz Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 27.5).
- •Chester W. Nimitz Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.6% vs 72%).
- •Brookside Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 21.9).
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 Brookside Elementary better than Chester W. Nimitz Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chester W. Nimitz Elementary ranks higher (61.6 vs 27.5 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 Brookside Elementary and Chester W. Nimitz Elementary?
About 257 km in a straight line, between Willits and Sunnyvale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brookside Elementary: 350. Chester W. Nimitz Elementary: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brookside Elementary and Chester W. Nimitz Elementary rank in California?
Brookside Elementary is 3533rd of 5,693 and Chester W. Nimitz Elementary is 1281st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).