Central Elementary vs Knolls Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Lemoore · Public elementary · Grades K–8
212 students
Knolls Elementary
Simi Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
212 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Lemoore, California | Knolls Elementary Simi Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3870 of 5,693 | #2927 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42161 of 50,301 | #35510 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 212 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Lemoore | Simi Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Knolls Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.6 vs 24.2).
- •Knolls Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Knolls Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Knolls Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 58%).
- •Knolls Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 19.3).
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 Central Elementary better than Knolls Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Knolls Elementary ranks higher (34.6 vs 24.2 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 Central Elementary and Knolls Elementary?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Lemoore and Simi Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 212. Knolls Elementary: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Knolls Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 3870th of 5,693 and Knolls Elementary is 2927th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).