Carolyn A. Clark Elementary vs Cimarron Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 455 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
497 students
Cimarron Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
497 students
| Measure | Carolyn A. Clark Elementary San Jose, California | Cimarron Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #304 of 5,693 | #3717 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5235 of 50,301 | #41191 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 497 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.3% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 33% |
| city | San Jose | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 25.8).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 33%).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 40%).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.3% vs 77.9%).
- •Carolyn A. Clark Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 26.2).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Carolyn A. Clark Elementary better than Cimarron Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carolyn A. Clark Elementary ranks higher (79.5 vs 25.8 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 Carolyn A. Clark Elementary and Cimarron Elementary?
About 455 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary: 497. Cimarron Elementary: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carolyn A. Clark Elementary and Cimarron Elementary rank in California?
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary is 304th of 5,693 and Cimarron Elementary is 3717th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).