Dena Boer Elementary vs Sisk Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dena Boer Elementary
Salida · Public elementary · Grades K–5
444 students
Sisk Elementary
Salida · Public elementary · Grades K–5
286 students
| Measure | Dena Boer Elementary Salida, California | Sisk Elementary Salida, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3121 of 5,693 | #2299 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37026 of 50,301 | #29767 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 444 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 444 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 42% |
| city | Salida | Salida |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sisk Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.3 vs 32.3).
- •Sisk Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Sisk Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •Sisk Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.2% vs 79.3%).
- •Dena Boer Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 22.0).
- •Dena Boer Elementary is the larger school with 444 students compared with 286.
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 Dena Boer Elementary better than Sisk Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sisk Elementary ranks higher (43.3 vs 32.3 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 Dena Boer Elementary and Sisk Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Salida and Salida in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dena Boer Elementary: 444. Sisk Elementary: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dena Boer Elementary and Sisk Elementary rank in California?
Dena Boer Elementary is 3121st of 5,693 and Sisk Elementary is 2299th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).