Cameron Ranch Elementary vs Carmichael Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cameron Ranch Elementary
Carmichael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
Carmichael Elementary
Carmichael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
374 students
| Measure | Cameron Ranch Elementary Carmichael, California | Carmichael Elementary Carmichael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5388 of 5,693 | #3442 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49138 of 50,301 | #39381 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 406 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| city | Carmichael | Carmichael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carmichael Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.7 vs 11.1).
- •Carmichael Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Carmichael Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Carmichael Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 80%).
- •Carmichael Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 23.9).
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 406 students compared with 374.
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 Cameron Ranch Elementary better than Carmichael Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carmichael Elementary ranks higher (28.7 vs 11.1 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 Cameron Ranch Elementary and Carmichael Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Carmichael and Carmichael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Ranch Elementary: 406. Carmichael Elementary: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Ranch Elementary and Carmichael Elementary rank in California?
Cameron Ranch Elementary is 5388th of 5,693 and Carmichael Elementary is 3442nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).