Castlemont Elementary vs George C. Payne Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castlemont Elementary
Campbell · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
436 students
George C. Payne Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
417 students
| Measure | Castlemont Elementary Campbell, California | George C. Payne Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1592 of 5,693 | #801 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20943 of 50,301 | #11074 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 436 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 31.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 63% |
| city | Campbell | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George C. Payne Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 56.0).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 55%).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 61%).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 50.9%).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.9).
- •Castlemont Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 417.
- •Castlemont Elementary is a charter school while George C. Payne Elementary is a public 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 Castlemont Elementary better than George C. Payne Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George C. Payne Elementary ranks higher (70.3 vs 56.0 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 Castlemont Elementary and George C. Payne Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Campbell and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Castlemont Elementary: 436. George C. Payne Elementary: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Castlemont Elementary and George C. Payne Elementary rank in California?
Castlemont Elementary is 1592nd of 5,693 and George C. Payne Elementary is 801st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).