Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy vs Gold Rush Home Study Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 6.0 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
Gold Rush Home Study Charter
Sonora · Charter other · Grades K–12
430 students
| Measure | Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy Tuolumne, California | Gold Rush Home Study Charter Sonora, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #184 of 1,343 | – |
| National rank | #4796 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 117 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 117 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.8% | 43% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 31% |
| city | Tuolumne | Sonora |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (34.5% vs 31%).
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 47%).
- •Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 43%).
- •Gold Rush Home Study Charter does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 23.4).
- •Gold Rush Home Study Charter is the larger school with 430 students compared with 117.
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 Gold Rush Home Study Charter?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy and Gold Rush Home Study Charter?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Tuolumne and Sonora in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy: 117. Gold Rush Home Study Charter: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy and Gold Rush Home Study Charter rank in California?
Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy is 184th of 1,343 and Gold Rush Home Study Charter is unranked among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).