Cherrywood Elementary vs Ruskin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 950 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherrywood Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
529 students
Ruskin Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Cherrywood Elementary San Jose, California | Ruskin Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1031 of 5,693 | #464 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13823 of 50,301 | #6963 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 529 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.2% | 15.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 73% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruskin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 66.4).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 62%).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.5% vs 24.2%).
- •Cherrywood Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.5).
- •Cherrywood Elementary is the larger school with 529 students compared with 367.
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 Cherrywood Elementary better than Ruskin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ruskin Elementary ranks higher (76.6 vs 66.4 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 Cherrywood Elementary and Ruskin Elementary?
About 950 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherrywood Elementary: 529. Ruskin Elementary: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherrywood Elementary and Ruskin Elementary rank in California?
Cherrywood Elementary is 1031st of 5,693 and Ruskin Elementary is 464th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).