Chester W. Nimitz Elementary vs Sycamore Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 531 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary
Sunnyvale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
350 students
Sycamore Elementary
Claremont · Public elementary · Grades K–6
350 students
| Measure | Chester W. Nimitz Elementary Sunnyvale, California | Sycamore Elementary Claremont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1281 of 5,693 | #760 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17048 of 50,301 | #10486 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 350 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.6% | 22% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 63% |
| city | Sunnyvale | Claremont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sycamore Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.2 vs 61.6).
- •Sycamore Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 63%).
- •Sycamore Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22% vs 50.6%).
- •Chester W. Nimitz Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 26.9).
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 Chester W. Nimitz Elementary better than Sycamore Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sycamore Elementary ranks higher (71.2 vs 61.6 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 Chester W. Nimitz Elementary and Sycamore Elementary?
About 531 km in a straight line, between Sunnyvale and Claremont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary: 350. Sycamore Elementary: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester W. Nimitz Elementary and Sycamore Elementary rank in California?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary is 1281st of 5,693 and Sycamore Elementary is 760th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).