Browns Elementary vs South Sutter Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Browns Elementary
Rio Oso · Public elementary · Grades K–8
143 students
South Sutter Charter
East Nicolaus · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,653 students
| Measure | Browns Elementary Rio Oso, California | South Sutter Charter East Nicolaus, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1628 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #21498 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 143 | 2,653 |
| Enrollment | 143 | 2,653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.4% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 20% |
| city | Rio Oso | East Nicolaus |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Browns Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 20%).
- •Browns Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 38%).
- •Browns Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 38.4%).
- •Browns Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 23.9).
- •South Sutter Charter is the larger school with 2,653 students compared with 143.
- •Browns Elementary is a public school while South Sutter Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Browns Elementary better than South Sutter Charter?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Browns Elementary and South Sutter Charter?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Rio Oso and East Nicolaus in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Browns Elementary: 143. South Sutter Charter: 2,653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Browns Elementary and South Sutter Charter rank in California?
Browns Elementary is 1628th of 5,693 and South Sutter Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).