Chapman Elementary vs Sherwood Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 108 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapman Elementary
Chico · Public elementary · Grades K–5
311 students
Sherwood Montessori
Chico · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
116 students
| Measure | Chapman Elementary Chico, California | Sherwood Montessori Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5315 of 5,693 | #3304 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48892 of 50,301 | #38358 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 311 | 116 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 44.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Chico | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherwood Montessori scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.3 vs 11.9).
- •Sherwood Montessori does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Sherwood Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.8% vs 91%).
- •Sherwood Montessori does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 20.7).
- •Chapman Elementary is the larger school with 311 students compared with 116.
- •Chapman Elementary is a public school while Sherwood Montessori is a charter 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 Chapman Elementary better than Sherwood Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Sherwood Montessori ranks higher (30.3 vs 11.9 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 Chapman Elementary and Sherwood Montessori?
About 108 m in a straight line, between Chico and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapman Elementary: 311. Sherwood Montessori: 116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapman Elementary and Sherwood Montessori rank in California?
Chapman Elementary is 5315th of 5,693 and Sherwood Montessori is 3304th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).