College Connection Academy vs Dairyland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 140 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
College Connection Academy
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 7–8
213 students
Dairyland Elementary
Chowchilla · Public middle · Grades 4–8
216 students
| Measure | College Connection Academy San Jose, California | Dairyland Elementary Chowchilla, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #238 of 1,334 | #453 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4274 of 15,369 | #8137 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 213 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.3% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 46% |
| city | San Jose | Chowchilla |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •College Connection Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.5 vs 47.7).
- •College Connection Academy does better on math proficiency (65% vs 46%).
- •College Connection Academy does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 51%).
- •Dairyland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 65.3%).
- •College Connection Academy does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 21.6).
- •Dairyland Elementary is the larger school with 216 students compared with 213.
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 College Connection Academy better than Dairyland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), College Connection Academy ranks higher (65.5 vs 47.7 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 College Connection Academy and Dairyland Elementary?
About 140 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Chowchilla in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
College Connection Academy: 213. Dairyland Elementary: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do College Connection Academy and Dairyland Elementary rank in California?
College Connection Academy is 238th of 1,334 and Dairyland Elementary is 453rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).