Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy vs Curtis Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy
Tuolumne · Charter high · Grades 7–12
117 students
Curtis Creek Elementary
Sonora · Public elementary · Grades K–8
410 students
| Measure | Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy Tuolumne, California | Curtis Creek Elementary Sonora, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 1,343 | #2490 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4796 of 16,910 | #31577 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 117 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 117 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.8% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 36% |
| city | Tuolumne | Sonora |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.9 vs 40.5).
- •Curtis Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 34.5%).
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 48%).
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 51.7%).
- •Curtis Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 23.4).
- •Curtis Creek Elementary is the larger school with 410 students compared with 117.
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy is a charter school while Curtis Creek Elementary is a public 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 Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy better than Curtis Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy ranks higher (63.9 vs 40.5 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 Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy and Curtis Creek Elementary?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Tuolumne and Sonora in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy: 117. Curtis Creek Elementary: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy and Curtis Creek Elementary rank in California?
Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy is 184th of 1,343 and Curtis Creek Elementary is 2490th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).