Chavez Elementary vs Sparks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 169 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chavez Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
361 students
Sparks Elementary
La Puente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
361 students
| Measure | Chavez Elementary San Diego, California | Sparks Elementary La Puente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5085 of 5,693 | #3522 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48052 of 50,301 | #39997 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 361 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 361 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.4% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 34% |
| city | San Diego | La Puente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sparks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 14.1).
- •Sparks Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 24%).
- •Sparks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 33%).
- •Sparks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.4% vs 96.4%).
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 Chavez Elementary better than Sparks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sparks Elementary ranks higher (27.7 vs 14.1 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 Chavez Elementary and Sparks Elementary?
About 169 km in a straight line, between San Diego and La Puente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chavez Elementary: 361. Sparks Elementary: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chavez Elementary and Sparks Elementary rank in California?
Chavez Elementary is 5085th of 5,693 and Sparks Elementary is 3522nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).