Cameron Ranch Elementary vs Options for Youth-San Juan
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 639 m 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
Options for Youth-San Juan
Carmichael · Charter high · Grades 7–12
720 students
| Measure | Cameron Ranch Elementary Carmichael, California | Options for Youth-San Juan Carmichael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5388 of 5,693 | #1296 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #49138 of 50,301 | #16474 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 406 | 720 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 720 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 5% |
| city | Carmichael | Carmichael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.1 vs 11.6).
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (12% vs 5%).
- •Options for Youth-San Juan does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Options for Youth-San Juan does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 80%).
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 25.7).
- •Options for Youth-San Juan is the larger school with 720 students compared with 406.
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary is a public school while Options for Youth-San Juan 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 Cameron Ranch Elementary better than Options for Youth-San Juan?
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 Cameron Ranch Elementary and Options for Youth-San Juan?
About 639 m in a straight line, between Carmichael and Carmichael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Ranch Elementary: 406. Options for Youth-San Juan: 720. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Ranch Elementary and Options for Youth-San Juan rank in California?
Cameron Ranch Elementary is 5388th of 5,693 and Options for Youth-San Juan is 1296th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).