Cesar E. Chavez Elementary vs Dover Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
408 students
Dover Elementary
San Pablo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
458 students
| Measure | Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond, California | Dover Elementary San Pablo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 5 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5687 of 5,693 | #5538 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #50213 of 50,301 | #49682 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 408 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.8% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 11% |
| city | Richmond | San Pablo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dover Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.1 vs 4.6).
- •Dover Elementary does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 15%).
- •Dover Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 97.8%).
- •Dover Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 24.0).
- •Dover Elementary is the larger school with 458 students compared with 408.
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 Cesar E. Chavez Elementary better than Dover Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dover Elementary ranks higher (9.1 vs 4.6 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 Cesar E. Chavez Elementary and Dover Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Richmond and San Pablo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary: 408. Dover Elementary: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar E. Chavez Elementary and Dover Elementary rank in California?
Cesar E. Chavez Elementary is 5687th of 5,693 and Dover Elementary is 5538th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).