Cameron Ranch Elementary vs Thomas Kelly Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 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
Thomas Kelly Elementary
Carmichael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
321 students
| Measure | Cameron Ranch Elementary Carmichael, California | Thomas Kelly Elementary Carmichael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5388 of 5,693 | #3954 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49138 of 50,301 | #42596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 406 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 25% |
| city | Carmichael | Carmichael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Kelly Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.6 vs 11.1).
- •Thomas Kelly Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 12%).
- •Thomas Kelly Elementary does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Thomas Kelly Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 80%).
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.7).
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 406 students compared with 321.
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 Thomas Kelly Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Kelly Elementary ranks higher (23.6 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 Thomas Kelly Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Carmichael and Carmichael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Ranch Elementary: 406. Thomas Kelly Elementary: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Ranch Elementary and Thomas Kelly Elementary rank in California?
Cameron Ranch Elementary is 5388th of 5,693 and Thomas Kelly Elementary is 3954th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).