Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences vs McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 487 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences
Rancho Cordova · Public elementary · Grades K–6
293 students
McKinley Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
293 students
| Measure | Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences Rancho Cordova, California | McKinley Elementary Santa Barbara, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3553 of 5,693 | #4917 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40204 of 50,301 | #47445 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 293 | 293 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 293 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.5% | 80.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 9% |
| city | Rancho Cordova | Santa Barbara |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.3 vs 15.4).
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on math proficiency (32% vs 9%).
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.5% vs 80.9%).
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 Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences better than McKinley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences ranks higher (27.3 vs 15.4 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 Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences and McKinley Elementary?
About 487 km in a straight line, between Rancho Cordova and Santa Barbara in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences: 293. McKinley Elementary: 293. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences and McKinley Elementary rank in California?
Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences is 3553rd of 5,693 and McKinley Elementary is 4917th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).