Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences vs Rancho Cordova Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 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
Rancho Cordova Elementary
Rancho Cordova · Public elementary · Grades K–5
407 students
| Measure | Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences Rancho Cordova, California | Rancho Cordova Elementary Rancho Cordova, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3553 of 5,693 | #4743 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40204 of 50,301 | #46674 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 293 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.5% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Rancho Cordova | Rancho Cordova |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.3 vs 16.9).
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Rancho Cordova Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 78.5%).
- •Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 20.4).
- •Rancho Cordova Elementary is the larger school with 407 students compared with 293.
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 Rancho Cordova Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences ranks higher (27.3 vs 16.9 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 Rancho Cordova Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Rancho Cordova and Rancho Cordova in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences: 293. Rancho Cordova Elementary: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences and Rancho Cordova Elementary rank in California?
Cordova Gardens Academy of Arts and Sciences is 3553rd of 5,693 and Rancho Cordova Elementary is 4743rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).