Carmichael Elementary vs Thomas Olaeta Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 156 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmichael Elementary
Carmichael ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
374 students
Thomas Olaeta Elementary
Atwater ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ6
374 students
| Measure | Carmichael Elementary Carmichael, California | Thomas Olaeta Elementary Atwater, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3442 of 5,693 | #2511 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39381 of 50,301 | #31700 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kโ5 | Grades Kโ6 |
| Students | 374 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.2% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 40% |
| city | Carmichael | Atwater |
| state | California | California |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขThomas Olaeta Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.4 vs 28.7).
- โขThomas Olaeta Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- โขThomas Olaeta Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- โขCarmichael Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 73.8%).
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 Carmichael Elementary better than Thomas Olaeta Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Olaeta Elementary ranks higher (40.4 vs 28.7 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 Carmichael Elementary and Thomas Olaeta Elementary?
About 156 km in a straight line, between Carmichael and Atwater in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmichael Elementary: 374. Thomas Olaeta Elementary: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmichael Elementary and Thomas Olaeta Elementary rank in California?
Carmichael Elementary is 3442nd of 5,693 and Thomas Olaeta Elementary is 2511th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).