De Anza High vs Sheldon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 871 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
De Anza High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,047 students
Sheldon Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
318 students
| Measure | De Anza High Richmond, California | Sheldon Elementary Richmond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1163 of 1,343 | #4005 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15619 of 16,910 | #42849 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,047 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 1,047 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.1% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 22% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheldon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 17.9).
- •Sheldon Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 11%).
- •De Anza High does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Sheldon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.9% vs 86.1%).
- •Sheldon Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 23.3).
- •De Anza High is the larger school with 1,047 students compared with 318.
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 De Anza High better than Sheldon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sheldon Elementary ranks higher (23.2 vs 17.9 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 De Anza High and Sheldon Elementary?
About 871 m in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
De Anza High: 1,047. Sheldon Elementary: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do De Anza High and Sheldon Elementary rank in California?
De Anza High is 1163rd of 1,343 and Sheldon Elementary is 4005th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).