Cortada Elementary vs Skyline North Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 135 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cortada Elementary
El Monte · Public elementary · Grades K–6
322 students
Skyline North Elementary
Barstow · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
| Measure | Cortada Elementary El Monte, California | Skyline North Elementary Barstow, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4210 of 5,693 | #2953 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44010 of 50,301 | #35737 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 322 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.9% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 38% |
| city | El Monte | Barstow |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Skyline North Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.3 vs 21.3).
- •Skyline North Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 25%).
- •Skyline North Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 42%).
- •Skyline North Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.2% vs 92.9%).
- •Cortada Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 24.8).
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 Cortada Elementary better than Skyline North Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Skyline North Elementary ranks higher (34.3 vs 21.3 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 Cortada Elementary and Skyline North Elementary?
About 135 km in a straight line, between El Monte and Barstow in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cortada Elementary: 322. Skyline North Elementary: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cortada Elementary and Skyline North Elementary rank in California?
Cortada Elementary is 4210th of 5,693 and Skyline North Elementary is 2953rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).