Calpella Elementary vs Sequoia Career Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 8.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calpella Elementary
Ukiah · Public elementary · Grades K–4
475 students
Sequoia Career Academy
Ukiah · Charter other · Grades 4–12
144 students
| Measure | Calpella Elementary Ukiah, California | Sequoia Career Academy Ukiah, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4203 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #43950 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 4–12 |
| Students | 475 | 144 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 144 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 17% |
| city | Ukiah | Ukiah |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Calpella Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Sequoia Career Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Sequoia Career Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 81.9%).
- •Sequoia Career Academy does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 22.6).
- •Calpella Elementary is the larger school with 475 students compared with 144.
- •Calpella Elementary is a public school while Sequoia Career Academy 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 Calpella Elementary better than Sequoia Career Academy?
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 Calpella Elementary and Sequoia Career Academy?
About 8.0 km in a straight line, between Ukiah and Ukiah in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calpella Elementary: 475. Sequoia Career Academy: 144. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calpella Elementary and Sequoia Career Academy rank in California?
Calpella Elementary is 4203rd of 5,693 and Sequoia Career Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).